Markan

Markan is a village located in Hussainganj subdivision of Siwan district in Bihar, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Hussainganj (tehsildar office) and 3km away from district headquarter Siwan. As per 2009 stats, Markan village is also a gram panchayat.

Markan has its own place in the vibrant Siwan 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 232002. The village spans a total geographical area of 340.7 hectares. Siwan is nearest town to Markan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km 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 7,190 3,746 3,444
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,242 636 606
Scheduled Castes (SC) 711 366 345
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 3,977 2,381 1,596
Illiterate Population 3,213 1,365 1,848

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

  • The total population of Markan village is around 7,190, including approximately 3,746 males and 3,444 females, with a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,242 children aged 0–6 years in Markan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Markan village has 711 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Markan village is about 55.31%, with male literacy at 63.56% and female literacy at 46.34%.
  • There are around 1,016 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 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 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.

Paighambarpur Pakaulia Surapur Chhapiya Khurd Jurkan Dhankhar Hathauri Mahual Chhata Chhapiya Buzurg Rasulpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Markan

Where is Markan located?
Markan village is situated in Hussainganj Subdivision, within the Siwan district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Markan?
Markan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Markan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Markan is 7,190, with 3,746 males and 3,444 females.
How many households are there in Markan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Markan village has a total of 1,016 households.
What is the literacy rate in Markan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Markan is 55.31%. The male literacy rate is 63.56%, while the female literacy rate is 46.34%.