Mardarajpur - Krushna Prasad, Puri
Mardarajpur is a village situated in the Krushna Prasad tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krushna Prasad and around 57.5 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Badajhada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mardarajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mardarajpur is 410167. The village covers a total geographical area of 17 hectares and falls under the 752032 pincode. Banapur is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Mardarajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mardarajpur
As per Census 2011, Mardarajpur village has a total population of 233 people, consisting of 110 males and 123 females. The village has 47 households and a sex ratio of 1,118 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 154 literate and 79 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mardarajpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 233 | 110 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 13 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 154 | 87 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 23 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Mardarajpur
Mardarajpur 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 Mardarajpur
Mardarajpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banapur to Mardarajpur is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Mardarajpur is about 57.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mardarajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mardarajpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mardarajpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mardarajpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mardarajpur
Where is Mardarajpur located?
Mardarajpur village is located in Krushna Prasad Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mardarajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mardarajpur is Badajhada.
What is the pincode of Mardarajpur?
The pincode of Mardarajpur is 752032.
What is the population of Mardarajpur?
Mardarajpur has a total population of 233, including 110 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Mardarajpur?
There are 47 households in Mardarajpur.
What is the literacy rate in Mardarajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mardarajpur is 66.09%. Male literacy is 79.09% and female literacy is 54.47%.