Maragaon
Maragaon is a village located in Makdi tehsil of Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Makdi (tehsildar office) and 96km away from district headquarter Jagdalpur. As per 2009 stats, Maragaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Maragaon has its own place in the vibrant Bastar 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 Maragaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maragaon is 448893. The village spans a total geographical area of 616.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493773. Kondagaon is nearest town to Maragaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Maragaon
Below is a concise population overview of Maragaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,577 | 790 | 787 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 116 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,182 | 586 | 596 |
| Literate Population | 742 | 441 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 835 | 349 | 486 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Maragaon village:
- The total population of Maragaon village is around 1,577, including approximately 790 males and 787 females, with a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 214 children aged 0–6 years in Maragaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Maragaon village has 54 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,182 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Maragaon village is about 47.05%, with male literacy at 55.82% and female literacy at 38.25%.
- There are around 319 households in Maragaon village.
Connectivity of Maragaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Maragaon. As per the 2011 stats, Maragaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Maragaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Maragaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Maragaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Maragaon
- Where is Maragaon located?
- Maragaon village is situated in Makdi Tehsil, within the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Maragaon?
- Maragaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Maragaon?
- The pincode of Maragaon is 493773, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Maragaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maragaon is 1,577, with 790 males and 787 females.
- How many households are there in Maragaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Maragaon village has a total of 319 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Maragaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maragaon is 47.05%. The male literacy rate is 55.82%, while the female literacy rate is 38.25%.