Margaon - Bichhiya, Mandla
Margaon is a village situated in the Bichhiya tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhiya and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Indri Rayat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Margaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Margaon is 493466. The village covers a total geographical area of 230.4 hectares and falls under the 481996 pincode. Bichhiya is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Margaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Margaon
As per Census 2011, Margaon village has a total population of 544 people, consisting of 273 males and 271 females. The village has 123 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 275 literate and 269 illiterate residents. Additionally, 530 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Margaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 544 | 273 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 43 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 530 | 266 | 264 |
| Literate Population | 275 | 176 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 97 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Margaon
Margaon 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 Margaon
Margaon 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bichhiya to Margaon is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mandla to Margaon is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Margaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Margaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Margaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Margaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Margaon
Where is Margaon located?
Margaon village is located in Bichhiya Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Margaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Margaon is Indri Rayat.
What is the pincode of Margaon?
The pincode of Margaon is 481996.
What is the population of Margaon?
Margaon has a total population of 544, including 273 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Margaon?
There are 123 households in Margaon.
What is the literacy rate in Margaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Margaon is 50.55%. Male literacy is 64.47% and female literacy is 36.53%.