Marigan - Raighar, Nabarangpur
Marigan is a village situated in the Raighar tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from Kundei and around 122 km from Nabarangapur . Hatabharandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marigan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marigan is 427271. The village covers a total geographical area of 1047 hectares and falls under the 764074 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Marigan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Umarkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Marigan
As per Census 2011, Marigan village has a total population of 569 people, consisting of 277 males and 292 females. The village has 130 households and a sex ratio of 1,054 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 290 literate and 279 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 93 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Marigan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 569 | 277 | 292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 35 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 43 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 290 | 165 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 279 | 112 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Marigan
Marigan 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 Marigan
Marigan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Umarkote to Marigan is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Marigan is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marigan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marigan 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 Marigan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marigan 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 Marigan
Where is Marigan located?
Marigan village is located in Raighar Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marigan?
The Gram Panchayat of Marigan is Hatabharandi.
What is the pincode of Marigan?
The pincode of Marigan is 764074.
What is the population of Marigan?
Marigan has a total population of 569, including 277 males and 292 females.
How many households are there in Marigan?
There are 130 households in Marigan.
What is the literacy rate in Marigan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marigan is 50.97%. Male literacy is 59.57% and female literacy is 42.81%.