Maraiguda - Dornapal, Sukma
Maraiguda is a village situated in the Dornapal tehsil of Sukma district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 33 km from Konta and around 135 km from Dantewada. Marayigura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maraiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maraiguda is 450388. The village covers a total geographical area of 2858.69 hectares and falls under the 494114 pincode. Sukma is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Maraiguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Konta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maraiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Maraiguda village had a total population of 1,019 people, including 509 males and 510 females, living in 270 households. The sex ratio was 1,002 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.40%, with male literacy at 32.32% and female literacy at 14.58%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,010.
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 | 1,019 | 509 | 510 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 82 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,010 | 503 | 507 |
| Literate Population | 201 | 138 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 818 | 371 | 447 |
Nearby Villages of Maraiguda
Maraiguda 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 Maraiguda
Maraiguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Sukma to Maraiguda is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Maraiguda is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maraiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maraiguda 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 Maraiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maraiguda 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 Maraiguda
Where is Maraiguda located?
Maraiguda village is located in Dornapal Tehsil, Sukma district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Maraiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Maraiguda is Marayigura.
What is the pincode of Maraiguda?
The pincode of Maraiguda is 494114.
What is the population of Maraiguda?
Maraiguda had a total population of 1,019, including 509 males and 510 females.
How many households are there in Maraiguda?
Maraiguda had 270 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maraiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maraiguda was 23.40%. Male literacy was 32.32% and female literacy was 14.58%.