Marisapada - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Marisapada is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Bandhagada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marisapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marisapada is 416433. The village covers a total geographical area of 92 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Marisapada 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 Marisapada
According to the 2011 Census, Marisapada village had a total population of 30 people, including 15 males and 15 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.82%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 60.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 19.
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 | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 3 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Marisapada
Marisapada 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 Marisapada
Public transport in the Marisapada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Marisapada is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Marisapada is about 37 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 Marisapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marisapada 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 Marisapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marisapada 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 Marisapada
Where is Marisapada located?
Marisapada village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Marisapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Marisapada is Bandhagada.
What is the pincode of Marisapada?
The pincode of Marisapada is 762011.
What is the population of Marisapada?
Marisapada had a total population of 30, including 15 males and 15 females.
How many households are there in Marisapada?
Marisapada had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marisapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marisapada was 81.82%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 60.00%.