Marapur

Marapur is a village located in Naxalbari subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.7km away from sub-district headquarter Naxalbari. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Marapur village. As per 2009 stats, Maniram is the gram panchayat of Marapur village.

Marapur has its own place in the vibrant Darjiling region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Marapur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Marapur is 306570. The village spans a total geographical area of 83.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 734429. Uttar Bagdogra is nearest town to Marapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Marapur

Below is a concise population overview of Marapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 738 355 383
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 82 41 41
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1 1 N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 588 287 301
Literate Population 412 233 179
Illiterate Population 326 122 204

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Marapur village:

  • The total population of Marapur village is around 738, including approximately 355 males and 383 females, with a sex ratio of 1078 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 82 children aged 0–6 years in Marapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Marapur village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 588 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Marapur village is about 55.83%, with male literacy at 65.63% and female literacy at 46.74%.
  • There are around 160 households in Marapur village.

Connectivity of Marapur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Marapur. As per the 2011 stats, Marapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Marapur

Knowing the nearby villages of Marapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Marapur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Marapur

Where is Marapur located?
Marapur village is situated in Naxalbari Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Marapur is Maniram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Marapur?
The pincode of Marapur is 734429, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Marapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Marapur is 738, with 355 males and 383 females.
How many households are there in Marapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Marapur village has a total of 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marapur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Marapur is 55.83%. The male literacy rate is 65.63%, while the female literacy rate is 46.74%.