Mardingpada - Machh Kund, Koraput
Mardingpada is a village situated in the Machh Kund tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machh Kund and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Dabuguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mardingpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mardingpada is 429501. The village covers a total geographical area of 89 hectares and falls under the 764040 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Mardingpada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koraput Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Mardingpada
As per Census 2011, Mardingpada village has a total population of 61 people, consisting of 30 males and 31 females. The village has 17 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 9 literate and 52 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 49 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mardingpada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 23 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Mardingpada
Mardingpada 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 Mardingpada
Public transport in the Mardingpada is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Mardingpada.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Mardingpada is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Mardingpada is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mardingpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mardingpada 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 Mardingpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mardingpada 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 Mardingpada
Where is Mardingpada located?
Mardingpada village is located in Machh Kund Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mardingpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Mardingpada is Dabuguda.
What is the pincode of Mardingpada?
The pincode of Mardingpada is 764040.
What is the population of Mardingpada?
Mardingpada has a total population of 61, including 30 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Mardingpada?
There are 17 households in Mardingpada.
What is the literacy rate in Mardingpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mardingpada is 14.75%. Male literacy is 23.33% and female literacy is 6.45%.