Maruagaon
Maruagaon is a village located in Islampur subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.8km away from sub-district headquarter Islampur (tehsildar office) and 75.5km away from district headquarter Raiganj. As per 2009 stats, Gaisal Ii is the gram panchayat of Maruagaon village.
Maruagaon has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Dinajpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Maruagaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maruagaon is 309027. The village spans a total geographical area of 338.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733213. Islampur is nearest town to Maruagaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
When it comes to local governance, Maruagaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Islampur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raiganj Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Maruagaon
Below is a concise population overview of Maruagaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,473 | 1,264 | 1,209 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 494 | 238 | 256 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 47 | 45 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 405 | 218 | 187 |
Literate Population | 1,189 | 698 | 491 |
Illiterate Population | 1,284 | 566 | 718 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Maruagaon village:
- The total population of Maruagaon village is around 2,473, including approximately 1,264 males and 1,209 females, with a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 494 children aged 0–6 years in Maruagaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Maruagaon village has 92 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 405 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Maruagaon village is about 48.08%, with male literacy at 55.22% and female literacy at 40.61%.
- There are around 480 households in Maruagaon village.
Connectivity of Maruagaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Maruagaon. As per the 2011 stats, Maruagaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Maruagaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Maruagaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Maruagaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Maruagaon
- Where is Maruagaon located?
- Maruagaon village is situated in Islampur Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Maruagaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Maruagaon is Gaisal Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Maruagaon?
- The pincode of Maruagaon is 733213, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Maruagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maruagaon is 2,473, with 1,264 males and 1,209 females.
- How many households are there in Maruagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Maruagaon village has a total of 480 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Maruagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maruagaon is 48.08%. The male literacy rate is 55.22%, while the female literacy rate is 40.61%.