Maraya
About Maraya
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Maraya village is 326289. Maraya village is located in Gangajalghati subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 2.6km away from sub-district headquarter Amarkanan. Bankura is the district headquarter of Maraya village. As per 2009 stats, Gangajalghati is the gram panchayat of Maraya village.
The total geographical area of village is 339.25 hectares. Maraya has a total population of 638 peoples, out of which male population is 333 while female population is 305. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 915 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of maraya village is 60.03% out of which 65.77% males and 53.77% females are literate. There are about 147 houses in maraya village. Pincode of maraya village locality is 722133.
When it comes to administration, Maraya village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Maraya village comes under Barjora Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bishnupur Lok Sabha constituency. Bankura is nearest town to maraya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
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Population of Maraya
The population details of Maraya cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 638 | 333 | 305 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 48 | 28 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 240 | 125 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 383 | 219 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 114 | 141 |
Connectivity of Maraya
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Maraya
Where is Maraya located?
Maraya village is situated in Gangajalghati Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maraya?
The Gram Panchayat of Maraya is Gangajalghati (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Maraya?
The pincode of Maraya is 722133, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Maraya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maraya is 638, with 333 males and 305 females.
How many households are there in Maraya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Maraya village has a total of 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maraya as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maraya is 60.03%. The male literacy rate is 65.77%, while the female literacy rate is 53.77%.