Maroda - Bande, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Maroda is a village situated in the Bande tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from Pakhanjur and around 141 km from Kanker. Maroda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maroda is 448337. The village covers a total geographical area of 711.84 hectares and falls under the 494777 pincode. Pakhanjur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Maroda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maroda
As per Census 2011, Maroda village has a total population of 881 people, consisting of 427 males and 454 females. The village has 161 households and a sex ratio of 1,063 females per 1,000 males. There are 169 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 420 literate and 461 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 595 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maroda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 881 | 427 | 454 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 84 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 35 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 595 | 280 | 315 |
| Literate Population | 420 | 237 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 461 | 190 | 271 |
Nearby Villages of Maroda
Maroda 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 Maroda
Maroda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pakhanjur to Maroda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Maroda is about 141 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maroda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maroda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Maroda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maroda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Maroda
Where is Maroda located?
Maroda village is located in Bande Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maroda?
Maroda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Maroda?
The pincode of Maroda is 494777.
What is the population of Maroda?
Maroda has a total population of 881, including 427 males and 454 females.
How many households are there in Maroda?
There are 161 households in Maroda.
What is the literacy rate in Maroda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maroda is 47.67%. Male literacy is 55.50% and female literacy is 40.31%.