Mardigochha - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Mardigochha is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Khajuripada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mardigochha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mardigochha is 415650. The village covers a total geographical area of 190 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Mardigochha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mardigochha
According to the 2011 Census, Mardigochha village had a total population of 84 people, including 43 males and 41 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.71%, with male literacy at 94.44% and female literacy at 59.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 84.
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 | 84 | 43 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 43 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 56 | 34 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 9 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Mardigochha
Mardigochha 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 Mardigochha
Public transport in the Mardigochha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Phulabani to Mardigochha is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Mardigochha is about 28 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 Mardigochha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mardigochha 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mardigochha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mardigochha 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Mardigochha
Where is Mardigochha located?
Mardigochha village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mardigochha?
The Gram Panchayat of Mardigochha is Khajuripada.
What is the pincode of Mardigochha?
The pincode of Mardigochha is 762012.
What is the population of Mardigochha?
Mardigochha had a total population of 84, including 43 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Mardigochha?
Mardigochha had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mardigochha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mardigochha was 76.71%. Male literacy was 94.44% and female literacy was 59.46%.