Marapia
Marapia is a village located in Canning I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.1km away from sub-district headquarter Canning (tehsildar office) and 46.4km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Hatpukuria is the gram panchayat of Marapia village.
Here you can discover what makes Marapia unique in its vibrant Canning I-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Marapia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Marapia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Marapia is 333773. The village spans a total geographical area of 74.01 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743376. Canning is nearest town to Marapia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Marapia
Population of Marapia
According to the 2011 Census, Marapia has a total population of about 1,999, with approximately 1,098 males and 901 females. The sex ratio is around 820 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 425 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 28.16%, with male literacy at about 33.97% and female literacy near 21.09%. There are around 372 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Marapia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,999 | 1,098 | 901 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 425 | 229 | 196 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 563 | 373 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,436 | 725 | 711 |
Connectivity of Marapia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Marapia. As per the 2011 stats, Marapia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Marapia
Knowing the nearby villages of Marapia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Marapia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Marapia
- Where is Marapia located?
- Marapia village is situated in Canning I Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Marapia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Marapia is Hatpukuria (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Marapia?
- The pincode of Marapia is 743376, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Marapia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Marapia is 1,999, with 1,098 males and 901 females.
- How many households are there in Marapia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Marapia village has a total of 372 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Marapia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Marapia is 28.16%. The male literacy rate is 33.97%, while the female literacy rate is 21.09%.