Mardiguda - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Mardiguda is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Thuamul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mardiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mardiguda is 424384. The village covers a total geographical area of 28 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Mardiguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mardiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Mardiguda village had a total population of 248 people, including 137 males and 111 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 810 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.14%, with male literacy at 78.51% and female literacy at 28.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 144.
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 | 248 | 137 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 16 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 23 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 144 | 80 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 95 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 42 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Mardiguda
Mardiguda 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 Mardiguda
Mardiguda 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 5-10 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 Bhawanipatna to Mardiguda is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mardiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mardiguda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mardiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mardiguda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mardiguda
Where is Mardiguda located?
Mardiguda village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mardiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Mardiguda is Thuamul.
What is the pincode of Mardiguda?
The pincode of Mardiguda is 766037.
What is the population of Mardiguda?
Mardiguda had a total population of 248, including 137 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Mardiguda?
Mardiguda had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mardiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mardiguda was 57.14%. Male literacy was 78.51% and female literacy was 28.09%.