Marlam - Kutru, Bijapur
Marlam is a village situated in the Kutru tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 89 km from Bhairamgarh and around 66 km from Bijapur. Sagamaeta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marlam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marlam is 451141. The village covers a total geographical area of 1276.04 hectares and falls under the 494450 pincode. Bijapur is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Marlam 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.
Nearby Villages of Marlam
Marlam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Guttamarka | North | 2.54 km |
| Paldevi | South | 3.06 km |
| Badealwada | North-West | 3.39 km |
| Mukabeli | West | 3.79 km |
| Chuchkonta | South-East | 5.19 km |
| Doke | North-East | 5.32 km |
| Damaram | South | 5.52 km |
| Odru | North | 6.07 km |
| Sagmeta | South-West | 6.09 km |
| Gunda Puri | North-West | 7.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Marlam
The nearest railway station is Kamalur, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 120.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bijapur to Marlam is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Marlam
Where is Marlam located?
Marlam village is located in Kutru Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marlam?
The Gram Panchayat of Marlam is Sagamaeta.
What is the pincode of Marlam?
The pincode of Marlam is 494450.