Marrimala - Bhopalpattnam, Bijapur
Marrimala is a village situated in the Bhopalpattnam tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhopalpattanam and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Kottapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marrimala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marrimala is 450790. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.63 hectares and falls under the 494448 pincode. Bhopalpattanam is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Marrimala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Marrimala
According to the 2011 Census, Marrimala village had a total population of 47 people, including 23 males and 24 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.21%, with male literacy at 55.00% and female literacy at 11.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 47.
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 | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 11 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 12 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Marrimala
Marrimala 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 Marrimala
Marrimala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhopalpattanam to Marrimala is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Marrimala is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marrimala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marrimala 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Marrimala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marrimala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Marrimala
Where is Marrimala located?
Marrimala village is located in Bhopalpattnam Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marrimala?
The Gram Panchayat of Marrimala is Kottapalli.
What is the pincode of Marrimala?
The pincode of Marrimala is 494448.
What is the population of Marrimala?
Marrimala had a total population of 47, including 23 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Marrimala?
Marrimala had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marrimala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marrimala was 34.21%. Male literacy was 55.00% and female literacy was 11.11%.