Maragur - Chadchan, Vijayapura
Maragur is a village situated in the Chadchan taluka of Vijayapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 22 km from Indi and around 70 km from Bijapur. Dhulkhed serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maragur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maragur is 599179. The village covers a total geographical area of 1273.9 hectares and falls under the 586204 pincode. Indi is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Maragur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nagthan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maragur
As per Census 2011, Maragur village has a total population of 2,153 people, consisting of 1,159 males and 994 females. The village has 343 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 359 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,117 literate and 1,036 illiterate residents. Additionally, 450 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maragur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,153 | 1,159 | 994 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 359 | 197 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 450 | 260 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,117 | 693 | 424 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,036 | 466 | 570 |
Nearby Villages of Maragur
Maragur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Maragur
Public transport in the Maragur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Indi to Maragur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Maragur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maragur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maragur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Maragur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maragur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Maragur
Where is Maragur located?
Maragur village is located in Chadchan Taluka, Vijayapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maragur?
The Gram Panchayat of Maragur is Dhulkhed.
What is the pincode of Maragur?
The pincode of Maragur is 586204.
What is the population of Maragur?
Maragur has a total population of 2,153, including 1,159 males and 994 females.
How many households are there in Maragur?
There are 343 households in Maragur.
What is the literacy rate in Maragur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maragur is 51.88%. Male literacy is 59.79% and female literacy is 42.66%.