Marora - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Marora is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 57 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Marora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marora is 044331. The village covers a total geographical area of 149.12 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Dehradun is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Marora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Marora
As per Census 2011, Marora village has a total population of 549 people, consisting of 268 males and 281 females. The village has 100 households and a sex ratio of 1,048 females per 1,000 males. There are 101 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 335 literate and 214 illiterate residents. Additionally, 95 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Marora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 549 | 268 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 53 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 47 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 335 | 182 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 86 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Marora
Marora 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 Marora
Public transport in the Marora is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Dehradun to Marora is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Marora is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Marora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Marora
Where is Marora located?
Marora village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marora?
Marora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Marora?
The pincode of Marora is 249180.
What is the population of Marora?
Marora has a total population of 549, including 268 males and 281 females.
How many households are there in Marora?
There are 100 households in Marora.
What is the literacy rate in Marora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marora is 61.02%. Male literacy is 67.91% and female literacy is 54.45%.