Marda - Koylibeda, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Marda is a village situated in the Koylibeda tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 119 km from Pakhanjur and around 119 km from Kanker. Badrangi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marda is 448436. The village covers a total geographical area of 625.97 hectares and falls under the 494665 pincode. Antagarh is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Marda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Marda
According to the 2011 Census, Marda village had a total population of 799 people, including 381 males and 418 females, living in 161 households. The sex ratio was 1,097 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.39%, with male literacy at 74.19% and female literacy at 57.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 741.
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 | 799 | 381 | 418 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 71 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 741 | 352 | 389 |
| Literate Population | 427 | 230 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 372 | 151 | 221 |
Nearby Villages of Marda
Marda 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 Marda
Marda 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 Antagarh to Marda is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Marda is about 119 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Marda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Marda
Where is Marda located?
Marda village is located in Koylibeda Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marda?
The Gram Panchayat of Marda is Badrangi.
What is the pincode of Marda?
The pincode of Marda is 494665.
What is the population of Marda?
Marda had a total population of 799, including 381 males and 418 females.
How many households are there in Marda?
Marda had 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marda was 65.39%. Male literacy was 74.19% and female literacy was 57.43%.