Maragaon
Maragaon is a village located in Babai tehsil of Hoshangabad district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Babai (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Hoshangabad. As per 2009 stats, Maragaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Maragaon unique in its vibrant Babai-Hoshangabad region. You’ll see Maragaon’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 Maragaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maragaon is 487568. The village spans a total geographical area of 535.55 hectares. Hoshangabad is nearest town to Maragaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
Google Map of Maragaon
Population of Maragaon
According to the 2011 Census, Maragaon has a total population of about 636, with approximately 335 males and 301 females. The sex ratio is around 898 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 93 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 152 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 70. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.45%, with male literacy at about 64.18% and female literacy near 47.84%. There are around 144 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Maragaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 636 | 335 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 47 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 74 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 35 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 359 | 215 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 277 | 120 | 157 |
Connectivity of Maragaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Maragaon. As per the 2011 stats, Maragaon 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Maragaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Maragaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Maragaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Maragaon
- Where is Maragaon located?
- Maragaon village is situated in Babai Tehsil, within the Hoshangabad district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Maragaon?
- Maragaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Maragaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maragaon is 636, with 335 males and 301 females.
- How many households are there in Maragaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Maragaon village has a total of 144 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Maragaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maragaon is 56.45%. The male literacy rate is 64.18%, while the female literacy rate is 47.84%.