Marora - Nainbag, Tehri Garhwal
Marora is a village situated in the Nainbag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 83 km from Dhanaulti and around 127 km from New Tehri. Maror serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marora is 044090. The village covers a total geographical area of 85.89 hectares and falls under the 249186 pincode. Mussoorie is the nearest town, located about 45 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 Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Marora
According to the 2011 Census, Marora village had a total population of 224 people, including 109 males and 115 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,055 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.81%, with male literacy at 91.30% and female literacy at 71.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 66, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 224 | 109 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 17 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 34 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 160 | 84 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 25 | 39 |
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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Marora is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Marora is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Marora
Where is Marora located?
Marora village is located in Nainbag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marora?
The Gram Panchayat of Marora is Maror.
What is the pincode of Marora?
The pincode of Marora is 249186.
What is the population of Marora?
Marora had a total population of 224, including 109 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Marora?
Marora had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marora was 80.81%. Male literacy was 91.30% and female literacy was 71.70%.