Maroshi (Shaviyani Atoll)
Maroshi | |
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Miladhummadulhu Atoll | |
Administrative atoll | Shaviyani Atoll |
Distance to Malé | 230 km (140 mi) |
Dimensions | |
• Length | 0.860 km (0.534 mi) |
• Width | 0.650 km (0.404 mi) |
Population (2018)[1] | |
• Total | 1,016 (excluding foreigners) |
Time zone | UTC+05:00 (MST) |
Maroshi (
Geography
The island is 230.24 km (143 mi; 124 nmi) north of the country's capital, Malé.[2]
The island of Maroshi is found in the Western rim of the atoll. It is situated at 6 12'N and 73 15'E latitude and longitude respectively. The island has a large lagoon and harbouring is easy. Maroshi is given the code C-10.
This island is historic as it has the tree that grew from the Kaani Mundi (a raw wooden post) used to make the sail of Kalhuohfunmi, the sailing boat used by the heroic character,
Demographics
Year | Pop. | ±% |
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2006 | 495 | — |
2014 | 426 | −13.9% |
2006-2014: Census populations Source: [3] |
Registered Population as of December 2007:
Under 18 years | 18 – 65 years | Over 65 years | Total Women |
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200 | 292 | 50 | 542 |
Under 18 years | 18 – 65 years | Over 65 years | Total Men |
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250 | 305 | 68 | 623 |
Population activities as of December 2007 [1][permanent dead link]
Politics
There are 3 elected members in Maroshi Island Council. They are Abdul Azeez Mohamed Waheed (President), Massood Waheed (Vice President), Hafeezulla (Member).
The island is deeply divided between Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) supporters and pro-government supporters after 7 February 2012 transfer of power in an alleged coup.
Economy
The main occupation of the people of Maroshi is fishing in early days and now most of the people are engaged in thatch making. In addition to this a good number of young people are engaged in work in Male' and resorts and office employment. The island has 4 mechanised fishing vessels, 2 transport vessels which travel to Male for cargo and passenger lifting. It has 9 retail shops. Government has made a harbour in the island.
Local produce
Dried tuna fish, salted fish, Rihaakuru, thatch, rope, Toddy honey, coconut
Education
The school in Maroshi named Al Madhrasathul Munavvara was built by one of the famous business man Maroshi Hussain Abdulla (MHA Pvt Ltd) in 1979. In 2007 MHA Pvt Ltd handed the school over to the Government after rebuilding completely with modern facilities. This school is one of the centres holding University of Cambridge (UK) GCE examinations in the country.
Health services
Basic level health care is provided in the island by a Health Centre, where one doctor and two nurse works. There is also a pharmacy run by STO.
Historical sites
The Huge Kaani (Sea Trumpet) Tree in Maroshi is noted in history for various reasons. It is a living tribute to
References
- ^ "Table PP5: Resident Population by sex, nationality and locality (administrative islands), 2018" (PDF). Population and Households Census 2018. National Bureau of Statistics. p. 33. Retrieved 10 August 2018.
- ^ "Coordinate Distance Calculator". Boulter.com. Retrieved 10 August 2018.
- ^ "Table 3.3: Total Maldivian Population by Islands" (PDF). National Bureau of Statistics. Retrieved 10 August 2018.