Mardi - Maregaon, Yavatmal
Mardi is a village situated in the Maregaon tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maregaon and around 101 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Mardi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mardi is 543754. The village covers a total geographical area of 589.01 hectares and falls under the 445303 pincode. Wani is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Mardi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandrapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mardi
As per Census 2011, Mardi village has a total population of 1,980 people, consisting of 1,030 males and 950 females. The village has 532 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 222 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,543 literate and 437 illiterate residents. Additionally, 315 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 310 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mardi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,980 | 1,030 | 950 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 118 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 315 | 163 | 152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 310 | 158 | 152 |
| Literate Population | 1,543 | 855 | 688 |
| Illiterate Population | 437 | 175 | 262 |
Nearby Villages of Mardi
Mardi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dongargaon | South-West | 1.70 km |
| Tukapur (u) | North-West | 1.83 km |
| Bambarda | East | 2.00 km |
| Wadgaon | South | 2.10 km |
| Kinhala | South-West | 2.54 km |
| Bodad | North-West | 2.66 km |
| Chopan | North-East | 2.71 km |
| Pandharkawada | South | 3.91 km |
| Khadaki | South-East | 4.03 km |
| Phefarwada | East | 4.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mardi
Mardi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Warora, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Wani to Mardi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Mardi is about 101 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mardi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mardi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mardi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mardi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Mardi
Where is Mardi located?
Mardi village is located in Maregaon Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mardi?
Mardi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mardi?
The pincode of Mardi is 445303.
What is the population of Mardi?
Mardi has a total population of 1,980, including 1,030 males and 950 females.
How many households are there in Mardi?
There are 532 households in Mardi.
What is the literacy rate in Mardi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mardi is 77.93%. Male literacy is 83.01% and female literacy is 72.42%.