Markud - Kohkameta, Narayanpur
Markud is a village situated in the Kohkameta tehsil of Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 114 km from Orchha and around 48 km from Narayanpur. Kachhapal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Markud village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Markud is 449857. The village falls under the 494661 pincode. Narayanpur is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Markud village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narayanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Markud
According to the 2011 Census, Markud village had a total population of 26 people, including 12 males and 14 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,167 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 0.00%, with male literacy at 0.00% and female literacy at 0.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 22.
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 | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 12 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Markud
Markud 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 Markud
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Markud.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narayanpur to Markud is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Markud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Markud village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Markud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Markud village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Markud
Where is Markud located?
Markud village is located in Kohkameta Tehsil, Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Markud?
The Gram Panchayat of Markud is Kachhapal.
What is the pincode of Markud?
The pincode of Markud is 494661.
What is the population of Markud?
Markud had a total population of 26, including 12 males and 14 females.
How many households are there in Markud?
Markud had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Markud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Markud was 0.00%. Male literacy was 0.00% and female literacy was 0.00%.