Markakasa - Chhuriya, Rajnandgaon
Markakasa is a village situated in the Chhuriya tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhuriya and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Markaksa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Markakasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Markakasa is 440931. The village covers a total geographical area of 392.25 hectares and falls under the 491558 pincode. Chhuria is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Markakasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khujji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Markakasa
According to the 2011 Census, Markakasa village had a total population of 827 people, including 378 males and 449 females, living in 180 households. The sex ratio was 1,188 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.13%, with male literacy at 70.00% and female literacy at 50.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 665.
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 | 827 | 378 | 449 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 58 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 665 | 304 | 361 |
| Literate Population | 421 | 224 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 406 | 154 | 252 |
Nearby Villages of Markakasa
Markakasa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bharri Tola | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Morkutum | North-East | 2.20 km |
| Bakhru Tola | South-East | 2.41 km |
| Jaitgudra | North | 3.55 km |
| Job | North-West | 3.75 km |
| Bhejra Tola | North-East | 4.20 km |
| Bamhni Charbhatha | South-East | 4.32 km |
| Katenga Tola | North-West | 4.33 km |
| Pairi Tola | East | 4.56 km |
| Amgaon | South-East | 4.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Markakasa
Markakasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Paniajob, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chhuria to Markakasa is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Markakasa is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Markakasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Markakasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Markakasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Markakasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Markakasa
Where is Markakasa located?
Markakasa village is located in Chhuriya Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Markakasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Markakasa is Markaksa.
What is the pincode of Markakasa?
The pincode of Markakasa is 491558.
What is the population of Markakasa?
Markakasa had a total population of 827, including 378 males and 449 females.
How many households are there in Markakasa?
Markakasa had 180 households.
What is the literacy rate in Markakasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Markakasa was 59.13%. Male literacy was 70.00% and female literacy was 50.26%.