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.
Here you can discover what makes Markadih unique in its vibrant Janjgir-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Markadih’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Markadih has a total population of about 895, with approximately 458 males and 437 females. The sex ratio is around 954 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 141 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 525 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.82%, with male literacy at about 75.76% and female literacy near 57.44%. There are around 172 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Markadih's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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%.