Maragaon - Pati, Champawat
Maragaon is a village situated in the Pati tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pati and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Banj Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maragaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maragaon is 054034. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.85 hectares and falls under the 262561 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Maragaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Maragaon
According to the 2011 Census, Maragaon village had a total population of 184 people, including 88 males and 96 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,091 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.28%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 72.73%.
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 | 184 | 88 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 139 | 75 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 13 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Maragaon
Maragaon 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 Maragaon
Maragaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Lohaghat to Maragaon is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Maragaon is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maragaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maragaon 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Maragaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maragaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Maragaon
Where is Maragaon located?
Maragaon village is located in Pati Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Maragaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Maragaon is Banj Gaon.
What is the pincode of Maragaon?
The pincode of Maragaon is 262561.
What is the population of Maragaon?
Maragaon had a total population of 184, including 88 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Maragaon?
Maragaon had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maragaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maragaon was 85.28%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 72.73%.