Maragodu

Maragodu is a village located in Madikeri taluka of Kodagu district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 14km away from Madikeri, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Maragodu village. As per 2009 stats, Maragodu village is also a gram panchayat.

Maragodu has its own place in the vibrant Kodagu 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 Maragodu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maragodu is 617830. The village spans a total geographical area of 1281.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571252. Madikeri is nearest town to Maragodu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

When it comes to local governance, Maragodu 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 Madikeri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mysuru 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 Maragodu

Below is a concise population overview of Maragodu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,134 1,040 1,094
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 191 89 102
Scheduled Castes (SC) 262 128 134
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 73 39 34
Literate Population 1,736 882 854
Illiterate Population 398 158 240

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Maragodu village:

  • The total population of Maragodu village is around 2,134, including approximately 1,040 males and 1,094 females, with a sex ratio of 1051 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 191 children aged 0–6 years in Maragodu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Maragodu village has 262 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 73 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Maragodu village is about 81.35%, with male literacy at 84.81% and female literacy at 78.06%.
  • There are around 557 households in Maragodu village.

Connectivity of Maragodu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Maragodu. As per the 2011 stats, Maragodu 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Maragodu

Knowing the nearby villages of Maragodu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Maragodu.

Frequently Asked Questions about Maragodu

Where is Maragodu located?
Maragodu village is situated in Madikeri Taluka, within the Kodagu district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maragodu?
Maragodu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Maragodu?
The pincode of Maragodu is 571252, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Maragodu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maragodu is 2,134, with 1,040 males and 1,094 females.
How many households are there in Maragodu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Maragodu village has a total of 557 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maragodu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maragodu is 81.35%. The male literacy rate is 84.81%, while the female literacy rate is 78.06%.