Markula - Balijana, Goalpara
Markula is a village situated in the Balijana subdivision of Goalpara district, Assam. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balijana and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Goalpara. Ambari-markula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Markula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Markula is 282091. The village covers a total geographical area of 188.39 hectares and falls under the 783120 pincode. Goalpara is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Markula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Goalpara West Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gauhati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Markula
According to the 2011 Census, Markula village had a total population of 2,476 people, including 1,221 males and 1,255 females, living in 495 households. The sex ratio was 1,028 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.08%, with male literacy at 51.96% and female literacy at 50.20%.
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 | 2,476 | 1,221 | 1,255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 481 | 226 | 255 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,019 | 517 | 502 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,457 | 704 | 753 |
Nearby Villages of Markula
Markula 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 Markula
Markula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Goalpara to Markula is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Markula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Markula 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 Markula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Markula village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Markula
Where is Markula located?
Markula village is located in Balijana Subdivision, Goalpara district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Markula?
The Gram Panchayat of Markula is Ambari-markula.
What is the pincode of Markula?
The pincode of Markula is 783120.
What is the population of Markula?
Markula had a total population of 2,476, including 1,221 males and 1,255 females.
How many households are there in Markula?
Markula had 495 households.
What is the literacy rate in Markula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Markula was 51.08%. Male literacy was 51.96% and female literacy was 50.20%.