Maregaon - Gadarwara, Narsimhapur
Maregaon is a village situated in the Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarwara and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Maregaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maregaon is 490861. The village covers a total geographical area of 644.4 hectares and falls under the 487881 pincode. Gadarwara is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Maregaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadarwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maregaon
As per Census 2011, Maregaon village has a total population of 1,926 people, consisting of 1,002 males and 924 females. The village has 432 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 252 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,349 literate and 577 illiterate residents. Additionally, 509 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 75 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maregaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,926 | 1,002 | 924 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 124 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 509 | 279 | 230 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 43 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 1,349 | 768 | 581 |
| Illiterate Population | 577 | 234 | 343 |
Nearby Villages of Maregaon
Maregaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Basuriya | East | 2.20 km |
| Arjungaon | West | 3.08 km |
| Lawasar | South-East | 3.19 km |
| Keshla | North-West | 3.24 km |
| Amada | North-East | 4.01 km |
| Palera | East | 4.33 km |
| Sahawan | North-West | 4.34 km |
| Khapa Kalan | South-West | 4.37 km |
| Kenkara | South-West | 4.46 km |
| Rahma | South-East | 4.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Maregaon
Maregaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Salichauka Road, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 117.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadarwara to Maregaon is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Maregaon is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maregaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maregaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Maregaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maregaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Maregaon
Where is Maregaon located?
Maregaon village is located in Gadarwara Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maregaon?
Maregaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Maregaon?
The pincode of Maregaon is 487881.
What is the population of Maregaon?
Maregaon has a total population of 1,926, including 1,002 males and 924 females.
How many households are there in Maregaon?
There are 432 households in Maregaon.
What is the literacy rate in Maregaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maregaon is 70.04%. Male literacy is 76.65% and female literacy is 62.88%.