Mardudi - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Mardudi is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 106 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Rebingia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mardudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mardudi is 416660. The village covers a total geographical area of 58 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Mardudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mardudi
As per Census 2011, Mardudi village has a total population of 72 people, consisting of 37 males and 35 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 22 literate and 50 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mardudi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 72 | 37 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 16 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 21 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Mardudi
Mardudi 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 Mardudi
Mardudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Mardudi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Mardudi is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Mardudi is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mardudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mardudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mardudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mardudi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mardudi
Where is Mardudi located?
Mardudi village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mardudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Mardudi is Rebingia.
What is the pincode of Mardudi?
The pincode of Mardudi is 762110.
What is the population of Mardudi?
Mardudi has a total population of 72, including 37 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Mardudi?
There are 22 households in Mardudi.
What is the literacy rate in Mardudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mardudi is 30.56%. Male literacy is 43.24% and female literacy is 17.14%.