Maragaon - Magarlod, Dhamtari
Maragaon is a village situated in the Magarlod tehsil of Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Magarlod and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Dhamtari. Maragaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maragaon is 446986. The village covers a total geographical area of 422.16 hectares and falls under the 493773 pincode. Gariyaband is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Maragaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kurud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maragaon
As per Census 2011, Maragaon village has a total population of 1,026 people, consisting of 493 males and 533 females. The village has 291 households and a sex ratio of 1,081 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 620 literate and 406 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 638 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maragaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,026 | 493 | 533 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 66 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 638 | 295 | 343 |
| Literate Population | 620 | 349 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 406 | 144 | 262 |
Nearby Villages of Maragaon
Maragaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kajansara | East | 1.70 km |
| Kuchena | North | 2.89 km |
| Bendkura | South-East | 3.28 km |
| Marauda (maroda) | North-East | 4.11 km |
| Saraibhadar | North | 4.27 km |
| Bamhani | North-East | 4.39 km |
| Jadjada | North | 4.54 km |
| Chhindaula | North | 5.56 km |
| Paragaon | North-East | 7.11 km |
| Dongrigaon | North-East | 7.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Maragaon
Maragaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kurud, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gariyaband to Maragaon is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhamtari to Maragaon is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maragaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maragaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Maragaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maragaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Maragaon
Where is Maragaon located?
Maragaon village is located in Magarlod Tehsil, Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maragaon?
Maragaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Maragaon?
The pincode of Maragaon is 493773.
What is the population of Maragaon?
Maragaon has a total population of 1,026, including 493 males and 533 females.
How many households are there in Maragaon?
There are 291 households in Maragaon.
What is the literacy rate in Maragaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maragaon is 60.43%. Male literacy is 70.79% and female literacy is 50.84%.