Marikal - Chowdapur, Vikarabad
Marikal is a village situated in the Chowdapur mandal of Vikarabad district, Telangana. It is located approximately 20 km from Kulkacharla and around 125 km from Hyderabad. Bongaram Palli - Agraharam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marikal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marikal is 574621. The village covers a total geographical area of 2226 hectares and falls under the 509340 pincode. Mahbubnagar is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Marikal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pargi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chevella Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Marikal
As per Census 2011, Marikal village has a total population of 4,685 people, consisting of 2,379 males and 2,306 females. The village has 973 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 598 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,330 literate and 2,355 illiterate residents. Additionally, 721 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 99 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Marikal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,685 | 2,379 | 2,306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 598 | 307 | 291 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 721 | 382 | 339 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 69 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 2,330 | 1,429 | 901 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,355 | 950 | 1,405 |
Nearby Villages of Marikal
Marikal 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 Marikal
Marikal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahbubnagar to Marikal is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hyderabad to Marikal is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marikal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marikal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Marikal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marikal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Marikal
Where is Marikal located?
Marikal village is located in Chowdapur Mandal, Vikarabad district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marikal?
The Gram Panchayat of Marikal is Bongaram Palli - Agraharam.
What is the pincode of Marikal?
The pincode of Marikal is 509340.
What is the population of Marikal?
Marikal has a total population of 4,685, including 2,379 males and 2,306 females.
How many households are there in Marikal?
There are 973 households in Marikal.
What is the literacy rate in Marikal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marikal is 49.73%. Male literacy is 60.07% and female literacy is 39.07%.