Marda
Marda is a village located in Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 119km away from sub-district headquarter Pakhanjur (tehsildar office) and 119km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Badrangi is the gram panchayat of Marda village.
Here you can discover what makes Marda unique in its vibrant Pakhanjur-Uttar Bastar Kanker 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 448436. The village spans a total geographical area of 625.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494665. Antagarh is nearest town to Marda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.
When it comes to local governance, Marda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Marda
Population of Marda
According to the 2011 Census, Marda has a total population of about 799, with approximately 381 males and 418 females. The sex ratio is around 1097 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 146 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 6 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 741. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.44%, with male literacy at about 60.37% and female literacy near 47.13%. There are around 161 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 |
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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 |
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) |
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Public Bus Service | Available |
Private Bus Service | Available within 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 Pakhanjur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Marda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Marda is Badrangi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Marda?
- The pincode of Marda is 494665, 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 799, with 381 males and 418 females.
- How many households are there in Marda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Marda village has a total of 161 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Marda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Marda is 53.44%. The male literacy rate is 60.37%, while the female literacy rate is 47.13%.