Marda
Marda is a village located in Baloda Bazar tehsil of Raipur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 29km away from sub-district headquarter Baloda Bazar (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Raipur. As per 2009 stats, Marda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Marda unique in its vibrant Baloda Bazar-Raipur region. You’ll see Marda’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 Marda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Marda is 443824. The village spans a total geographical area of 423.77 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493526. Baloda Bazar is nearest town to Marda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
Google Map of Marda
Population of Marda
According to the 2011 Census, Marda has a total population of about 1,592, with approximately 736 males and 856 females. The sex ratio is around 1163 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 228 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 414 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.82%, with male literacy at about 75.27% and female literacy near 53.97%. There are around 322 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Marda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,592 | 736 | 856 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 94 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 414 | 194 | 220 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,016 | 554 | 462 |
| Illiterate Population | 576 | 182 | 394 |
Connectivity of Marda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Marda. As per the 2011 stats, Marda 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Marda
Knowing the nearby villages of Marda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Marda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Marda
- Where is Marda located?
- Marda village is situated in Baloda Bazar Tehsil, within the Raipur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Marda?
- Marda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Marda?
- The pincode of Marda is 493526, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Marda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Marda is 1,592, with 736 males and 856 females.
- How many households are there in Marda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Marda village has a total of 322 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Marda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Marda is 63.82%. The male literacy rate is 75.27%, while the female literacy rate is 53.97%.