Marijhola - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Marijhola is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Dumurunelli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marijhola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marijhola is 425381. The village covers a total geographical area of 192 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Marijhola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Marijhola
As per Census 2011, Marijhola village has a total population of 252 people, consisting of 112 males and 140 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 1,250 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 49 literate and 203 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 215 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Marijhola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 252 | 112 | 140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 7 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 215 | 99 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 49 | 29 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 83 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Marijhola
Marijhola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hikiriguda | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Minahala | North-West | 2.81 km |
| Podabai | South-West | 3.02 km |
| Kurubelipadar | South-West | 3.32 km |
| Patharagada | West | 4.32 km |
| Papikhal | West | 4.60 km |
| Norora (nauara) | South-West | 4.75 km |
| Podibhata | South-West | 4.90 km |
| Karkona | South-West | 5.91 km |
| Railima | West | 6.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Marijhola
Marijhola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bissamcuttack, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.4 km.
| 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 Rayagada to Marijhola is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marijhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marijhola 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Marijhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marijhola 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 Marijhola
Where is Marijhola located?
Marijhola village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marijhola?
The Gram Panchayat of Marijhola is Dumurunelli.
What is the pincode of Marijhola?
The pincode of Marijhola is 765019.
What is the population of Marijhola?
Marijhola has a total population of 252, including 112 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Marijhola?
There are 63 households in Marijhola.
What is the literacy rate in Marijhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marijhola is 19.44%. Male literacy is 25.89% and female literacy is 14.29%.