Mardu - Silli, Ranchi
Mardu is a village situated in the Silli subdivision of Ranchi district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Silli and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Ranchi. Kocho serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mardu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mardu is 373876. The village covers a total geographical area of 85.98 hectares and falls under the 834001 pincode.
Mardu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Mardu
According to the 2011 Census, Mardu village had a total population of 880 people, including 443 males and 437 females, living in 194 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.40%, with male literacy at 88.00% and female literacy at 60.80%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 48.
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 | 880 | 443 | 437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 68 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 29 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 558 | 330 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 322 | 113 | 209 |
Nearby Villages of Mardu
Mardu 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 Mardu
Mardu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Mardu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ranchi to Mardu is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mardu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mardu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mardu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mardu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Mardu
Where is Mardu located?
Mardu village is located in Silli Subdivision, Ranchi district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mardu?
The Gram Panchayat of Mardu is Kocho.
What is the pincode of Mardu?
The pincode of Mardu is 834001.
What is the population of Mardu?
Mardu had a total population of 880, including 443 males and 437 females.
How many households are there in Mardu?
Mardu had 194 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mardu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mardu was 74.40%. Male literacy was 88.00% and female literacy was 60.80%.