Mardarajpur - Nilagiri, Balasore
Mardarajpur is a village situated in the Nilagiri tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Nilagiri and around 15 km from Baleshwar. K.p.lakharaj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mardarajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mardarajpur is 393112. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 756020 pincode. Nilagiri is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Mardarajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mardarajpur
As per Census 2011, Mardarajpur village has a total population of 647 people, consisting of 321 males and 326 females. The village has 178 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 413 literate and 234 illiterate residents. Additionally, 438 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 52 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mardarajpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 647 | 321 | 326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 37 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 438 | 214 | 224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 25 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 413 | 229 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 234 | 92 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Mardarajpur
Mardarajpur 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 Mardarajpur
Mardarajpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nilagiri to Mardarajpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Mardarajpur is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mardarajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mardarajpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mardarajpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mardarajpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mardarajpur
Where is Mardarajpur located?
Mardarajpur village is located in Nilagiri Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mardarajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mardarajpur is K.p.lakharaj.
What is the pincode of Mardarajpur?
The pincode of Mardarajpur is 756020.
What is the population of Mardarajpur?
Mardarajpur has a total population of 647, including 321 males and 326 females.
How many households are there in Mardarajpur?
There are 178 households in Mardarajpur.
What is the literacy rate in Mardarajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mardarajpur is 63.83%. Male literacy is 71.34% and female literacy is 56.44%.