Marichatal - Boipariguda, Koraput
Marichatal is a village situated in the Boipariguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boipariguda and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Dandabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marichatal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marichatal is 429350. The village covers a total geographical area of 166 hectares and falls under the 764043 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 64 km away.
Marichatal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Marichatal
According to the 2011 Census, Marichatal village had a total population of 82 people, including 43 males and 39 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 21.67%, with male literacy at 38.71% and female literacy at 3.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 82.
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 | 82 | 43 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 43 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 12 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 31 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Marichatal
Marichatal 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 Marichatal
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Marichatal.
| 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 Rayagada to Marichatal is about 64 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Marichatal is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marichatal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marichatal 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Marichatal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marichatal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Marichatal
Where is Marichatal located?
Marichatal village is located in Boipariguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Marichatal?
The Gram Panchayat of Marichatal is Dandabadi.
What is the pincode of Marichatal?
The pincode of Marichatal is 764043.
What is the population of Marichatal?
Marichatal had a total population of 82, including 43 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Marichatal?
Marichatal had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marichatal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marichatal was 21.67%. Male literacy was 38.71% and female literacy was 3.45%.