Maraigudem - Dummugudem, Bhadradri Kothagudem
Maraigudem is a village situated in the Dummugudem mandal of Bhadradri Kothagudem district, Telangana. It is located approximately 18 km from Dummugudem and around 138 km from Khammam. Maraigudem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maraigudem is 579009. The village covers a total geographical area of 259 hectares and falls under the 507137 pincode. Manuguru is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Maraigudem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhadrachelam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahabubabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maraigudem
As per Census 2011, Maraigudem village has a total population of 876 people, consisting of 423 males and 453 females. The village has 208 households and a sex ratio of 1,070 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 349 literate and 527 illiterate residents. Additionally, 826 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maraigudem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 876 | 423 | 453 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 58 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 826 | 399 | 427 |
| Literate Population | 349 | 185 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 527 | 238 | 289 |
Nearby Villages of Maraigudem
Maraigudem 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 Maraigudem
Maraigudem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Manuguru to Maraigudem is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Maraigudem is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maraigudem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maraigudem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Maraigudem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maraigudem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Maraigudem
Where is Maraigudem located?
Maraigudem village is located in Dummugudem Mandal, Bhadradri Kothagudem district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maraigudem?
Maraigudem is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Maraigudem?
The pincode of Maraigudem is 507137.
What is the population of Maraigudem?
Maraigudem has a total population of 876, including 423 males and 453 females.
How many households are there in Maraigudem?
There are 208 households in Maraigudem.
What is the literacy rate in Maraigudem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maraigudem is 39.84%. Male literacy is 43.74% and female literacy is 36.20%.