Maragunda
Maragunda is a village located in Sakleshpur taluka of Hassan district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Sakleshpur (tehsildar office) and 69km away from district headquarter Hassan. As per 2009 stats, Devaladakere is the gram panchayat of Maragunda village.
Maragunda has its own place in the vibrant Hassan 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 Maragunda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maragunda is 614853. The village spans a total geographical area of 420.99 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 573165. Sakleshpur is nearest town to Maragunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
When it comes to local governance, Maragunda 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 Sakleshpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hassan Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Maragunda
Population of Maragunda
Below is a concise population overview of Maragunda 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 | 334 | 164 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 8 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 44 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 260 | 142 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 22 | 52 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Maragunda village:
- The total population of Maragunda village is around 334, including approximately 164 males and 170 females, with a sex ratio of 1036 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 22 children aged 0–6 years in Maragunda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Maragunda village has 98 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 24 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Maragunda village is about 77.84%, with male literacy at 86.59% and female literacy at 69.41%.
- There are around 84 households in Maragunda village.
Connectivity of Maragunda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Maragunda. As per the 2011 stats, Maragunda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Maragunda
Knowing the nearby villages of Maragunda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Maragunda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Maragunda
- Where is Maragunda located?
- Maragunda village is situated in Sakleshpur Taluka, within the Hassan district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Maragunda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Maragunda is Devaladakere (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Maragunda?
- The pincode of Maragunda is 573165, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Maragunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maragunda is 334, with 164 males and 170 females.
- How many households are there in Maragunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Maragunda village has a total of 84 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Maragunda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maragunda is 77.84%. The male literacy rate is 86.59%, while the female literacy rate is 69.41%.