Mardum - Lohandiguda, Bastar
Mardum is a village situated in the Lohandiguda tehsil of Bastar district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lohandiguda and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Jagdalpur. Mardum village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mardum is 449183. The village covers a total geographical area of 3343.28 hectares and falls under the 494010 pincode. Jagdalpur is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Mardum village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mardum
As per Census 2011, Mardum village has a total population of 2,471 people, consisting of 1,305 males and 1,166 females. The village has 530 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 452 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 560 literate and 1,911 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,088 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mardum are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Mardum
Mardum is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hathi Darha | South | 4.37 km |
| Matnar | South-East | 4.62 km |
| Binta | North-West | 4.84 km |
| Bheja | North-West | 5.16 km |
| Korali | North | 5.47 km |
| Kasturpal | South | 5.95 km |
| Puspal Chi | North | 6.18 km |
| Munjer | North-West | 6.30 km |
| Karkaguda | South-East | 6.74 km |
| Chhote Gumia Pal | South-East | 6.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mardum
Public transport in the Mardum is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Silak Jhori, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Jagdalpur to Mardum is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mardum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mardum 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mardum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mardum village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mardum
Where is Mardum located?
Mardum village is located in Lohandiguda Tehsil, Bastar district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mardum?
Mardum is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mardum?
The pincode of Mardum is 494010.
What is the population of Mardum?
Mardum has a total population of 2,471, including 1,305 males and 1,166 females.
How many households are there in Mardum?
There are 530 households in Mardum.
What is the literacy rate in Mardum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mardum is 22.66%. Male literacy is 32.26% and female literacy is 11.92%.