Markadih
Markadih is a village located in Janjgir tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 11km away from Janjgir, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Markadih village. As per 2009 stats, Markadih village is also a gram panchayat.
Markadih has its own place in the vibrant Janjgir Champa 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 Markadih
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Markadih is 436572. The village spans a total geographical area of 185.25 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495552. Akaltara is nearest town to Markadih village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Markadih village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jajgir-champa Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Markadih
Population of Markadih
Below is a concise population overview of Markadih as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 895 | 458 | 437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 79 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 525 | 265 | 260 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 598 | 347 | 251 |
| Illiterate Population | 297 | 111 | 186 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Markadih village:
- The total population of Markadih village is around 895, including approximately 458 males and 437 females, with a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 141 children aged 0–6 years in Markadih village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Markadih village has 525 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Markadih village is about 66.82%, with male literacy at 75.76% and female literacy at 57.44%.
- There are around 172 households in Markadih village.
Connectivity of Markadih
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Markadih. As per the 2011 stats, Markadih had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Markadih
Knowing the nearby villages of Markadih helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Markadih.
Frequently Asked Questions about Markadih
- Where is Markadih located?
- Markadih village is situated in Janjgir Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Markadih?
- Markadih serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Markadih?
- The pincode of Markadih is 495552, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Markadih as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Markadih is 895, with 458 males and 437 females.
- How many households are there in Markadih as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Markadih village has a total of 172 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Markadih as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Markadih is 66.82%. The male literacy rate is 75.76%, while the female literacy rate is 57.44%.