Maranda - Gumma, Gajapati

Maranda is a village situated in the Gumma tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from Serango and around 40 km from Paralakhemundi. Dumbada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maranda village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Maranda is 414324. The village covers a total geographical area of 500 hectares and falls under the 761207 pincode. Parlakhemundi is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.

Maranda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paralakhemundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Maranda

According to the 2011 Census, Maranda village had a total population of 178 people, including 86 males and 92 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,070 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 15.54%, with male literacy at 29.41% and female literacy at 3.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 177.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Maranda

Maranda 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Maranda

Maranda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gunupur, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 112.9 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Parlakhemundi to Maranda is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Maranda is about 40 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 Maranda

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maranda village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Maranda

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maranda village are given below:

FAQs about Maranda