Marriguda - Gurthedu, Polavaram
Marriguda is a village situated in the Gurthedu mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 92 km from Y.ramavaram and around 209 km from Kakinada. Boddagandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marriguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marriguda is 586649. The village covers a total geographical area of 19 hectares and falls under the 533483 pincode. Peddapuram is the nearest town, located about 124 km away.
Marriguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Marriguda
According to the 2011 Census, Marriguda village had a total population of 284 people, including 146 males and 138 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.01%, with male literacy at 66.39% and female literacy at 26.96%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 282.
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 | 284 | 146 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 282 | 144 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 79 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 67 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Marriguda
Marriguda 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 Marriguda
Marriguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Peddapuram to Marriguda is about 124 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Marriguda is about 209 km, with the usual travel time around ~6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marriguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marriguda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Marriguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marriguda 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Marriguda
Where is Marriguda located?
Marriguda village is located in Gurthedu Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marriguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Marriguda is Boddagandi.
What is the pincode of Marriguda?
The pincode of Marriguda is 533483.
What is the population of Marriguda?
Marriguda had a total population of 284, including 146 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Marriguda?
Marriguda had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marriguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marriguda was 47.01%. Male literacy was 66.39% and female literacy was 26.96%.