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.

Here you can discover what makes Maragunda unique in its vibrant Sakleshpur-Hassan region. You’ll see Maragunda’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 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.

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Population of Maragunda

According to the 2011 Census, Maragunda has a total population of about 334, with approximately 164 males and 170 females. The sex ratio is around 1036 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 22 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 98 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 24. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.84%, with male literacy at about 86.59% and female literacy near 69.41%. There are around 84 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Maragunda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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%.