Kheri Markanda
Kheri Markanda is a village located in Thanesar tehsil of Kurukshetra district in Haryana, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Thanesar (tehsildar office) and 2km away from district headquarter Kurukshetra. As per 2009 stats, Kheri Markanda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kheri Markanda unique in its vibrant Thanesar-Kurukshetra region. You’ll see Kheri Markanda’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 Kheri Markanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kheri Markanda is 058525. The village spans a total geographical area of 149 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 136131. Thanesar is nearest town to Kheri Markanda village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kheri Markanda 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 Tanesar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kheri Markanda
Population of Kheri Markanda
According to the 2011 Census, Kheri Markanda has a total population of about 3,536, with approximately 1,869 males and 1,667 females. The sex ratio is around 891 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 415 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 393 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 73.81%, with male literacy at about 78.49% and female literacy near 68.57%. There are around 687 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kheri Markanda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,536 | 1,869 | 1,667 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 415 | 241 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 393 | 207 | 186 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,610 | 1,467 | 1,143 |
| Illiterate Population | 926 | 402 | 524 |
Connectivity of Kheri Markanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kheri Markanda. As per the 2011 stats, Kheri Markanda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kheri Markanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Kheri Markanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kheri Markanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kheri Markanda
- Where is Kheri Markanda located?
- Kheri Markanda village is situated in Thanesar Tehsil, within the Kurukshetra district of Haryana, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kheri Markanda?
- Kheri Markanda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kheri Markanda?
- The pincode of Kheri Markanda is 136131, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kheri Markanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kheri Markanda is 3,536, with 1,869 males and 1,667 females.
- How many households are there in Kheri Markanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kheri Markanda village has a total of 687 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kheri Markanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kheri Markanda is 73.81%. The male literacy rate is 78.49%, while the female literacy rate is 68.57%.