Mariguda - Gunupur, Rayagada
Mariguda is a village situated in the Gunupur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gunupur and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Gothalapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mariguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mariguda is 426805. The village covers a total geographical area of 103 hectares and falls under the 765034 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Mariguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mariguda
According to the 2011 Census, Mariguda village had a total population of 90 people, including 40 males and 50 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,250 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.43%, with male literacy at 43.75% and female literacy at 39.47%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 90.
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 | 90 | 40 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 40 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 26 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Mariguda
Mariguda 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 Mariguda
Mariguda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gunupur to Mariguda is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Mariguda is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mariguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mariguda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mariguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mariguda 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 Mariguda
Where is Mariguda located?
Mariguda village is located in Gunupur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mariguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Mariguda is Gothalapadar.
What is the pincode of Mariguda?
The pincode of Mariguda is 765034.
What is the population of Mariguda?
Mariguda had a total population of 90, including 40 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Mariguda?
Mariguda had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mariguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mariguda was 41.43%. Male literacy was 43.75% and female literacy was 39.47%.