Mareibadi - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Mareibadi is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digapahandi and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Turubudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mareibadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mareibadi is 412816. The village covers a total geographical area of 131 hectares and falls under the 761012 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Mareibadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digapahandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mareibadi
According to the 2011 Census, Mareibadi village had a total population of 127 people, including 60 males and 67 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 1,117 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.43%, with male literacy at 76.92% and female literacy at 28.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 126.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 127 | 60 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 60 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 40 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 20 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Mareibadi
Mareibadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gudarikandha | North-East | 1.16 km |
| Ghodapolana | West | 1.67 km |
| Khajuripalli | North-West | 1.78 km |
| Chadhiagarada | East | 1.82 km |
| Basudevpur | North-West | 2.13 km |
| Nuagam | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Gopalpur | North | 2.71 km |
| Kusaput | East | 2.91 km |
| Turubudi | West | 3.00 km |
| Chotaraipur | North | 3.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mareibadi
Mareibadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Golanthra, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 126.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Brahmapur to Mareibadi is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Mareibadi is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mareibadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mareibadi 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 Mareibadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mareibadi 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 Mareibadi
Where is Mareibadi located?
Mareibadi village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mareibadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Mareibadi is Turubudi.
What is the pincode of Mareibadi?
The pincode of Mareibadi is 761012.
What is the population of Mareibadi?
Mareibadi had a total population of 127, including 60 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Mareibadi?
Mareibadi had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mareibadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mareibadi was 50.43%. Male literacy was 76.92% and female literacy was 28.57%.