Markhan
About Markhan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Markhan village is 013069. Markhan village is located in Padhar tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 57km away from district headquarter Padhar. Padhar is the sub-district headquarter of Markhan village. As per 2009 stats, Jilhan Drg is the gram panchayat of Markhan village.
The total geographical area of village is 127.08 hectares. Markhan has a total population of 183 peoples, out of which male population is 82 while female population is 101. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1231 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of markhan village is 56.83% out of which 62.20% males and 52.48% females are literate. There are about 36 houses in markhan village. Pincode of markhan village locality is 176121.
When it comes to administration, Markhan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Markhan village comes under Darang Vidhan Sabha constituency & Mandi Lok Sabha constituency. Jogindarnagar is nearest town to markhan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Markhan
The population details of Markhan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 183 | 82 | 101 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 93 | 39 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 104 | 51 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 31 | 48 |
Connectivity of Markhan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Markhan
Where is Markhan located?
Markhan village is situated in Padhar Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Markhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Markhan is Jilhan Drg (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Markhan?
The pincode of Markhan is 176121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Markhan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Markhan is 183, with 82 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Markhan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Markhan village has a total of 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Markhan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Markhan is 56.83%. The male literacy rate is 62.20%, while the female literacy rate is 52.48%.