Mardum
Mardum is a village located in Lohandiguda tehsil of Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Lohandiguda (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Jagdalpur. As per 2009 stats, Mardum village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Mardum unique in its vibrant Lohandiguda-Bastar region. You’ll see Mardum’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Mardum
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mardum is 449183. The village spans a total geographical area of 3343.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494010. Jagdalpur is nearest town to Mardum village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 52km away.
Google Map of Mardum
Population of Mardum
According to the 2011 Census, Mardum has a total population of about 2,471, with approximately 1,305 males and 1,166 females. The sex ratio is around 893 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 452 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 20 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,088. The overall literacy rate is approximately 22.66%, with male literacy at about 32.26% and female literacy near 11.92%. There are around 530 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mardum's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,471 | 1,305 | 1,166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 452 | 230 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,088 | 1,056 | 1,032 |
| Literate Population | 560 | 421 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,911 | 884 | 1,027 |
Connectivity of Mardum
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mardum. As per the 2011 stats, Mardum had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mardum
Knowing the nearby villages of Mardum helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mardum.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mardum
- Where is Mardum located?
- Mardum village is situated in Lohandiguda Tehsil, within the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mardum?
- Mardum serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Mardum?
- The pincode of Mardum is 494010, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mardum as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mardum is 2,471, with 1,305 males and 1,166 females.
- How many households are there in Mardum as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mardum village has a total of 530 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mardum as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mardum is 22.66%. The male literacy rate is 32.26%, while the female literacy rate is 11.92%.