Markatola - Charama, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Markatola is a village situated in the Charama tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Charama and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Markatola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Markatola is 447461. The village covers a total geographical area of 980.87 hectares and falls under the 494337 pincode. Charama is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Markatola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Markatola
As per Census 2011, Markatola village has a total population of 1,107 people, consisting of 528 males and 579 females. The village has 251 households and a sex ratio of 1,096 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 794 literate and 313 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 834 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Markatola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,107 | 528 | 579 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 53 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 834 | 400 | 434 |
| Literate Population | 794 | 436 | 358 |
| Illiterate Population | 313 | 92 | 221 |
Nearby Villages of Markatola
Markatola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mayana | South-West | 2.16 km |
| Chapeli | North | 2.70 km |
| Kahadgondi | North-West | 2.80 km |
| Lilejhar | South-East | 3.26 km |
| Barkachhar | East | 3.48 km |
| Khairwahi | South | 3.63 km |
| Puri | West | 4.43 km |
| Chawadi | North-East | 4.45 km |
| Dallidih | North-East | 4.55 km |
| Ratedih | North-West | 4.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Markatola
Markatola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.6 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 Charama to Markatola is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Markatola is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Markatola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Markatola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Markatola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Markatola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Markatola
Where is Markatola located?
Markatola village is located in Charama Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Markatola?
Markatola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Markatola?
The pincode of Markatola is 494337.
What is the population of Markatola?
Markatola has a total population of 1,107, including 528 males and 579 females.
How many households are there in Markatola?
There are 251 households in Markatola.
What is the literacy rate in Markatola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Markatola is 71.73%. Male literacy is 82.58% and female literacy is 61.83%.