Markan

Markan is a village located in Sheosagar subdivision of Rohtas district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Sheosagar (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Sasaram. As per 2009 stats, Sikraur is the gram panchayat of Markan village.

Markan has its own place in the vibrant Rohtas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Markan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Markan is 252258. The village spans a total geographical area of 80 hectares. Sasaram is nearest town to Markan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Markan

Below is a concise population overview of Markan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 538 281 257
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 97 53 44
Scheduled Castes (SC) 49 27 22
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 309 182 127
Illiterate Population 229 99 130

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Markan village:

  • The total population of Markan village is around 538, including approximately 281 males and 257 females, with a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 97 children aged 0–6 years in Markan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Markan village has 49 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Markan village is about 57.43%, with male literacy at 64.77% and female literacy at 49.42%.
  • There are around 82 households in Markan village.

Connectivity of Markan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Markan. As per the 2011 stats, Markan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Markan

Knowing the nearby villages of Markan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Markan.

Sikraur Keshopur Arazi Sarae Sarae Hewandhi Baheri Banahi Patkhaulia Naudiha Bishunpur Kusaha Chor

Frequently Asked Questions about Markan

Where is Markan located?
Markan village is situated in Sheosagar Subdivision, within the Rohtas district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Markan?
The Gram Panchayat of Markan is Sikraur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Markan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Markan is 538, with 281 males and 257 females.
How many households are there in Markan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Markan village has a total of 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Markan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Markan is 57.43%. The male literacy rate is 64.77%, while the female literacy rate is 49.42%.