Markatola
Markatola is a village located in Kanker tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 25km away from Kanker, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Markatola village. As per 2009 stats, Markatola village is also a gram panchayat.
Markatola has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Bastar Kanker 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 Markatola
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Markatola is 447805. The village spans a total geographical area of 759.85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494670. Kanker is nearest town to Markatola village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
As per 2019 stats, Markatola village comes under Kanker assembly & parliamentary constituency.
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Population of Markatola
Below is a concise population overview of Markatola 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 | 1,459 | 701 | 758 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 81 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 62 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 611 | 293 | 318 |
| Literate Population | 912 | 502 | 410 |
| Illiterate Population | 547 | 199 | 348 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Markatola village:
- The total population of Markatola village is around 1,459, including approximately 701 males and 758 females, with a sex ratio of 1081 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 180 children aged 0–6 years in Markatola village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Markatola village has 131 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 611 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Markatola village is about 62.51%, with male literacy at 71.61% and female literacy at 54.09%.
- There are around 328 households in Markatola village.
Connectivity of Markatola
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Markatola. As per the 2011 stats, Markatola 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Markatola
Knowing the nearby villages of Markatola helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Markatola.
Frequently Asked Questions about Markatola
- Where is Markatola located?
- Markatola village is situated in Kanker Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Markatola?
- Markatola serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Markatola?
- The pincode of Markatola is 494670, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Markatola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Markatola is 1,459, with 701 males and 758 females.
- How many households are there in Markatola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Markatola village has a total of 328 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Markatola as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Markatola is 62.51%. The male literacy rate is 71.61%, while the female literacy rate is 54.09%.