Mardijhola - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Mardijhola is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Bandhugaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mardijhola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mardijhola is 428781. The village covers a total geographical area of 20 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Mardijhola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mardijhola
According to the 2011 Census, Mardijhola village had a total population of 113 people, including 55 males and 58 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,055 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 1.15%, with male literacy at 2.27%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 113.
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 | 113 | 55 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 113 | 55 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 54 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Mardijhola
Mardijhola 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 Mardijhola
Public transport in the Mardijhola is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Mardijhola is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Mardijhola is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mardijhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mardijhola 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 Mardijhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mardijhola 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 Mardijhola
Where is Mardijhola located?
Mardijhola village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mardijhola?
The Gram Panchayat of Mardijhola is Bandhugaon.
What is the pincode of Mardijhola?
The pincode of Mardijhola is 764027.
What is the population of Mardijhola?
Mardijhola had a total population of 113, including 55 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Mardijhola?
Mardijhola had 23 households.