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
As per Census 2011, Markhan village has a total population of 183 people, consisting of 82 males and 101 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 1,231 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 104 literate and 79 illiterate residents. Additionally, 93 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Markhan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 183 | 82 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 39 | 54 |
| 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 has a total population of 183, including 82 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Markhan?
There are 36 households in Markhan.
What is the literacy rate in Markhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Markhan is 56.83%. Male literacy is 62.20% and female literacy is 52.48%.