Marara - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Marara is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 51 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 91 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Marara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marara is 044255. The village covers a total geographical area of 109.81 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Mussoorie is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Marara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Marara
According to the 2011 Census, Marara village had a total population of 671 people, including 350 males and 321 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.63%, with male literacy at 78.81% and female literacy at 55.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 69.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 671 | 350 | 321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 81 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 40 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 351 | 212 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 320 | 138 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Marara
Marara is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Marara
Marara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mussoorie to Marara is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Marara is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Marara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Marara
Where is Marara located?
Marara village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Marara?
Marara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Marara?
The pincode of Marara is 249180.
What is the population of Marara?
Marara had a total population of 671, including 350 males and 321 females.
How many households are there in Marara?
Marara had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marara was 67.63%. Male literacy was 78.81% and female literacy was 55.60%.