Marrivada - Rampachodavaram, Polavaram
Marrivada is a village situated in the Rampachodavaram mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from Rampachodavaram and around 95 km from Kakinada. Marrivada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marrivada is 587164. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 533288 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Marrivada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Marrivada
According to the 2011 Census, Marrivada village had a total population of 344 people, including 169 males and 175 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 1,036 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.33%, with male literacy at 41.67% and female literacy at 39.10%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 343.
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 | 344 | 169 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 25 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 343 | 168 | 175 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 60 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 223 | 109 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Marrivada
Marrivada 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 Marrivada
Marrivada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Rajahmundry to Marrivada is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Marrivada is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marrivada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marrivada 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Marrivada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marrivada 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 Marrivada
Where is Marrivada located?
Marrivada village is located in Rampachodavaram Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marrivada?
Marrivada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Marrivada?
The pincode of Marrivada is 533288.
What is the population of Marrivada?
Marrivada had a total population of 344, including 169 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Marrivada?
Marrivada had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marrivada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marrivada was 40.33%. Male literacy was 41.67% and female literacy was 39.10%.