Mardang - Debagarh, Deogarh
Mardang is a village situated in the Debagarh tehsil of Deogarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Reamal and around 35 km from Debagarh. Dholpada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mardang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mardang is 383278. The village covers a total geographical area of 190 hectares and falls under the 768109 pincode. Debagarh is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Mardang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mardang
As per Census 2011, Mardang village has a total population of 216 people, consisting of 110 males and 106 females. The village has 44 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 150 literate and 66 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 104 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mardang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 216 | 110 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 53 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 150 | 87 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 23 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Mardang
Mardang 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 Mardang
Mardang is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Debagarh to Mardang is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Debagarh to Mardang is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mardang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mardang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mardang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mardang 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mardang
Where is Mardang located?
Mardang village is located in Debagarh Tehsil, Deogarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mardang?
The Gram Panchayat of Mardang is Dholpada.
What is the pincode of Mardang?
The pincode of Mardang is 768109.
What is the population of Mardang?
Mardang has a total population of 216, including 110 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Mardang?
There are 44 households in Mardang.
What is the literacy rate in Mardang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mardang is 69.44%. Male literacy is 79.09% and female literacy is 59.43%.