Marikala (Z) - Venkatapuram, Mulugu
Marikala (Z) is a village situated in the Venkatapuram mandal of Mulugu district, Telangana. It is located approximately 8 km from Venkatapuram and around 238 km from Khammam. Marikala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marikala (Z) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marikala (Z) is 578745. The village covers a total geographical area of 15 hectares and falls under the 507136 pincode. Manuguru is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Marikala (Z) 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 Marikala (Z)
As per Census 2011, Marikala (Z) village has a total population of 1,032 people, consisting of 504 males and 528 females. The village has 278 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 549 literate and 483 illiterate residents. Additionally, 256 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 304 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Marikala (Z) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,032 | 504 | 528 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 40 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 256 | 109 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 304 | 164 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 549 | 305 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 483 | 199 | 284 |
Nearby Villages of Marikala (Z)
Marikala (Z) 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 Marikala (Z)
Marikala (Z) 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 5-10 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 Manuguru to Marikala (Z) is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Marikala (Z) is about 238 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marikala (Z)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marikala (Z) 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 Marikala (Z)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marikala (Z) 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Marikala (Z)
Where is Marikala (Z) located?
Marikala (Z) village is located in Venkatapuram Mandal, Mulugu district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marikala (Z)?
The Gram Panchayat of Marikala (Z) is Marikala.
What is the pincode of Marikala (Z)?
The pincode of Marikala (Z) is 507136.
What is the population of Marikala (Z)?
Marikala (Z) has a total population of 1,032, including 504 males and 528 females.
How many households are there in Marikala (Z)?
There are 278 households in Marikala (Z).
What is the literacy rate in Marikala (Z)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marikala (Z) is 53.20%. Male literacy is 60.52% and female literacy is 46.21%.