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.
Maroda has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Bastar Kanker 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Maroda 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Maroda village:
- The total population of Maroda village is around 881, including approximately 427 males and 454 females, with a sex ratio of 1063 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 169 children aged 0–6 years in Maroda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Maroda village has 71 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 595 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Maroda village is about 47.67%, with male literacy at 55.50% and female literacy at 40.31%.
- There are around 161 households in Maroda village.
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%.