Marigaon - Dugnakuri, Bageshwar
Marigaon is a village situated in the Dugnakuri tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from Bageshwar and around 25 km from Bageshwar. Palayan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marigaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marigaon is 051100. The village covers a total geographical area of 18.82 hectares and falls under the 263634 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Marigaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Marigaon
According to the 2011 Census, Marigaon village had a total population of 77 people, including 48 males and 29 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 604 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.76%, with male literacy at 88.64% and female literacy at 83.33%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 77 | 48 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 39 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 9 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Marigaon
Marigaon 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 Marigaon
Marigaon 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 Bageshwar to Marigaon is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marigaon 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Marigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marigaon 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Marigaon
Where is Marigaon located?
Marigaon village is located in Dugnakuri Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Marigaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Marigaon is Palayan.
What is the pincode of Marigaon?
The pincode of Marigaon is 263634.
What is the population of Marigaon?
Marigaon had a total population of 77, including 48 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Marigaon?
Marigaon had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marigaon was 86.76%. Male literacy was 88.64% and female literacy was 83.33%.