Mardga - Hadgaon, Nanded
Mardga is a village situated in the Hadgaon tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hadgaon and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Maradga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mardga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mardga is 544506. The village covers a total geographical area of 983 hectares and falls under the 431743 pincode. Hadgoan is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mardga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hadgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mardga
As per Census 2011, Mardga village has a total population of 2,554 people, consisting of 1,352 males and 1,202 females. The village has 573 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 370 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,516 literate and 1,038 illiterate residents. Additionally, 732 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mardga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,554 | 1,352 | 1,202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 370 | 187 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 732 | 378 | 354 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,516 | 913 | 603 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,038 | 439 | 599 |
Nearby Villages of Mardga
Mardga is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Yelagaon Tukaram | North-West | 2.22 km |
| Newarwadi | South | 3.23 km |
| Koli | East | 3.29 km |
| Kawadi | South-West | 3.45 km |
| Nevri | South-East | 3.81 km |
| Umri Kh | North | 4.15 km |
| Yegaon | South-West | 4.24 km |
| Niwla | North-East | 4.33 km |
| Ghoda | West | 4.52 km |
| Belmanda | North | 5.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mardga
Mardga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bolda, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Hadgoan to Mardga is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Mardga is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mardga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mardga 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mardga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mardga 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 Mardga
Where is Mardga located?
Mardga village is located in Hadgaon Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mardga?
The Gram Panchayat of Mardga is Maradga.
What is the pincode of Mardga?
The pincode of Mardga is 431743.
What is the population of Mardga?
Mardga has a total population of 2,554, including 1,352 males and 1,202 females.
How many households are there in Mardga?
There are 573 households in Mardga.
What is the literacy rate in Mardga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mardga is 59.36%. Male literacy is 67.53% and female literacy is 50.17%.