Marunia - Sankrail, Jhargram
Marunia is a village situated in the Sankrail subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Chhatri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marunia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marunia is 341352. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.2 hectares and falls under the 721516 pincode. Kharagpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Marunia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Marunia
According to the 2011 Census, Marunia village had a total population of 605 people, including 310 males and 295 females, living in 142 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.23%, with male literacy at 70.11% and female literacy at 52.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 64, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 279.
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 | 605 | 310 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 49 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 35 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 279 | 141 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 319 | 183 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 286 | 127 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Marunia
Marunia 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 Marunia
Marunia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kharagpur to Marunia is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marunia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marunia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Marunia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marunia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Marunia
Where is Marunia located?
Marunia village is located in Sankrail Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marunia?
The Gram Panchayat of Marunia is Chhatri.
What is the pincode of Marunia?
The pincode of Marunia is 721516.
What is the population of Marunia?
Marunia had a total population of 605, including 310 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Marunia?
Marunia had 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marunia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marunia was 61.23%. Male literacy was 70.11% and female literacy was 52.31%.