Maregaon - Kinwat, Nanded
Maregaon is a village situated in the Kinwat tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kinwat and around 162 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Maregaon (khalche) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maregaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maregaon is 544269. The village covers a total geographical area of 1053.55 hectares and falls under the 431804 pincode. Kinwat is the nearest town, located about 9 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 Kinwat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maregaon
As per Census 2011, Maregaon village has a total population of 1,040 people, consisting of 542 males and 498 females. The village has 248 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 196 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 607 literate and 433 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 186 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maregaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,040 | 542 | 498 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 101 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 28 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 186 | 98 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 607 | 361 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 433 | 181 | 252 |
Nearby Villages of Maregaon
Maregaon 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 Maregaon
Public transport in the Maregaon is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Kinwat to Maregaon is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Maregaon is about 162 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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) | 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 Maregaon
Where is Maregaon located?
Maregaon village is located in Kinwat Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maregaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Maregaon is Maregaon (khalche).
What is the pincode of Maregaon?
The pincode of Maregaon is 431804.
What is the population of Maregaon?
Maregaon has a total population of 1,040, including 542 males and 498 females.
How many households are there in Maregaon?
There are 248 households in Maregaon.
What is the literacy rate in Maregaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maregaon is 58.37%. Male literacy is 66.61% and female literacy is 49.40%.