Maroda
Maroda is a village located in Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Pakhanjur (tehsildar office) and 141km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Maroda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Maroda unique in its vibrant Pakhanjur-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Maroda’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 Maroda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maroda is 448337. The village spans a total geographical area of 711.84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494777. Pakhanjur is nearest town to Maroda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Maroda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Maroda
Population of Maroda
According to the 2011 Census, Maroda has a total population of about 881, with approximately 427 males and 454 females. The sex ratio is around 1063 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 169 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 71 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 595. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.67%, with male literacy at about 55.50% and female literacy near 40.31%. There are around 161 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Maroda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Maroda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Maroda. As per the 2011 stats, Maroda 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 Maroda
Knowing the nearby villages of Maroda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Maroda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Maroda
- Where is Maroda located?
- Maroda village is situated in Pakhanjur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Maroda?
- Maroda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Maroda?
- The pincode of Maroda is 494777, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Maroda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maroda is 881, with 427 males and 454 females.
- How many households are there in Maroda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Maroda village has a total of 161 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Maroda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maroda is 47.67%. The male literacy rate is 55.50%, while the female literacy rate is 40.31%.