Markhan - Padhar, Mandi
Markhan is a village situated in the Padhar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Jilhan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Markhan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Markhan is 013069. The village covers a total geographical area of 127.08 hectares and falls under the 175020 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Markhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Darang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Markhan
According to the 2011 Census, Markhan village had a total population of 183 people, including 82 males and 101 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,232 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.53%, with male literacy at 73.91% and female literacy at 62.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 93.
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 | 183 | 82 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 39 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 51 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 31 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Markhan
Markhan 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 Markhan
Markhan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Markhan is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Markhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Markhan 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Markhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Markhan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Markhan
Where is Markhan located?
Markhan village is located in Padhar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Markhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Markhan is Jilhan.
What is the pincode of Markhan?
The pincode of Markhan is 175020.
What is the population of Markhan?
Markhan had a total population of 183, including 82 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Markhan?
Markhan had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Markhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Markhan was 67.53%. Male literacy was 73.91% and female literacy was 62.35%.