Mariguda - Pottangi, Koraput
Mariguda is a village situated in the Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pottangi and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Petteru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mariguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mariguda is 430071. The village covers a total geographical area of 126 hectares and falls under the 764039 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Mariguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mariguda
As per Census 2011, Mariguda village has a total population of 436 people, consisting of 222 males and 214 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 90 literate and 346 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 421 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mariguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 436 | 222 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 41 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 421 | 215 | 206 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 59 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 346 | 163 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Mariguda
Mariguda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pangiguda | North | 1.72 km |
| Peturu | South-East | 2.26 km |
| Markar | East | 2.31 km |
| Gurujiguda | North-East | 2.89 km |
| Chandaka | North-West | 3.07 km |
| Kodovalsa | North | 3.11 km |
| Yeguvalsa | North | 3.35 km |
| Kurli | South | 3.55 km |
| Tedda | South-East | 3.71 km |
| Patalaudi | North-East | 4.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mariguda
Public transport in the Mariguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shimiliaguda, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.5 km.
| 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 Jeypur to Mariguda is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Mariguda is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mariguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mariguda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mariguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mariguda 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 Mariguda
Where is Mariguda located?
Mariguda village is located in Pottangi Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mariguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Mariguda is Petteru.
What is the pincode of Mariguda?
The pincode of Mariguda is 764039.
What is the population of Mariguda?
Mariguda has a total population of 436, including 222 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Mariguda?
There are 89 households in Mariguda.
What is the literacy rate in Mariguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mariguda is 20.64%. Male literacy is 26.58% and female literacy is 14.49%.