Marugarh - Jhiranya, Khargone (West Nimar)
Marugarh is a village situated in the Jhiranya tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhiranya and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Marugad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marugarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marugarh is 477926. The village covers a total geographical area of 417.86 hectares and falls under the 451332 pincode. Jhiranya is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Marugarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Marugarh
As per Census 2011, Marugarh village has a total population of 1,792 people, consisting of 909 males and 883 females. The village has 380 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 316 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 642 literate and 1,150 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 909 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Marugarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,792 | 909 | 883 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 316 | 172 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 909 | 468 | 441 |
| Literate Population | 642 | 401 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,150 | 508 | 642 |
Nearby Villages of Marugarh
Marugarh 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 Marugarh
Marugarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhiranya to Marugarh is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Marugarh is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marugarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marugarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Marugarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marugarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Marugarh
Where is Marugarh located?
Marugarh village is located in Jhiranya Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marugarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Marugarh is Marugad.
What is the pincode of Marugarh?
The pincode of Marugarh is 451332.
What is the population of Marugarh?
Marugarh has a total population of 1,792, including 909 males and 883 females.
How many households are there in Marugarh?
There are 380 households in Marugarh.
What is the literacy rate in Marugarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marugarh is 35.83%. Male literacy is 44.11% and female literacy is 27.29%.