Marthaguda - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Marthaguda is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 90 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Chatikona serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marthaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marthaguda is 425230. The village covers a total geographical area of 26 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Marthaguda 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 Marthaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Marthaguda village had a total population of 105 people, including 51 males and 54 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,059 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.82%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 18.37%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 104.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 105 | 51 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 15 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 51 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 24 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 27 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Marthaguda
Marthaguda 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 Marthaguda
Public transport in the Marthaguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Marthaguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Marthaguda is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Marthaguda is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marthaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marthaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Marthaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marthaguda 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 Marthaguda
Where is Marthaguda located?
Marthaguda village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marthaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Marthaguda is Chatikona.
What is the pincode of Marthaguda?
The pincode of Marthaguda is 765019.
What is the population of Marthaguda?
Marthaguda had a total population of 105, including 51 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Marthaguda?
Marthaguda had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marthaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marthaguda was 38.82%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 18.37%.