Maradag
Maradag is a village located in Nawadiha Bazar Nawadiha subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 34km away from sub-district headquarter Chhatarpur (tehsildar office) and 78km away from district headquarter Medininagar (daltonganj). As per 2009 stats, Dagra is the gram panchayat of Maradag village.
Maradag has its own place in the vibrant Palamu 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 Maradag
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maradag is 365645. The village spans a total geographical area of 449 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822113. Nawadiha Bazar Nawadiha is nearest town to Maradag village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Maradag
Below is a concise population overview of Maradag 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 | 717 | 368 | 349 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 65 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 247 | 124 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 293 | 151 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 32 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 658 | 336 | 322 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Maradag village:
- The total population of Maradag village is around 717, including approximately 368 males and 349 females, with a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 139 children aged 0–6 years in Maradag village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Maradag village has 247 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 293 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Maradag village is about 8.23%, with male literacy at 8.70% and female literacy at 7.74%.
- There are around 130 households in Maradag village.
Connectivity of Maradag
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Maradag. As per the 2011 stats, Maradag had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Maradag
Knowing the nearby villages of Maradag helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Maradag.
Frequently Asked Questions about Maradag
- Where is Maradag located?
- Maradag village is situated in Nawadiha Bazar Nawadiha Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Maradag?
- The Gram Panchayat of Maradag is Dagra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Maradag?
- The pincode of Maradag is 822113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Maradag as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maradag is 717, with 368 males and 349 females.
- How many households are there in Maradag as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Maradag village has a total of 130 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Maradag as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maradag is 8.23%. The male literacy rate is 8.70%, while the female literacy rate is 7.74%.