Maragadu - Nuagaon, Nayagarh
Maragadu is a village situated in the Nuagaon tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 33 km from Odagaon and around 42 km from Nayagarh . Kaptapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maragadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maragadu is 406471. The village covers a total geographical area of 100 hectares and falls under the 752081 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Maragadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daspalla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Maragadu
Maragadu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Koragadu | East | 1.35 km |
| Makarapali | South | 1.80 km |
| Sanatamanada | East | 2.27 km |
| Gunamati | South-East | 2.62 km |
| Phampuni | North-East | 3.07 km |
| Banta | South-West | 3.11 km |
| Betanati | East | 3.54 km |
| Kirapalli | South | 3.59 km |
| Chakundamada | South-East | 3.71 km |
| Raipali | South-East | 3.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Maragadu
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Maragadu. The nearest railway station is Balugaon, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nayagarh to Maragadu is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maragadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maragadu 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 Maragadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maragadu 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 Maragadu
Where is Maragadu located?
Maragadu village is located in Nuagaon Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maragadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Maragadu is Kaptapalli.
What is the pincode of Maragadu?
The pincode of Maragadu is 752081.