Markiari - Devipur, Deoghar
Markiari is a village situated in the Devipur subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devipur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Amdiha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Markiari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Markiari is 354354. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.5 hectares and falls under the 814120 pincode.
Markiari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madhupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Godda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Markiari
As per Census 2011, Markiari village has a total population of 302 people, consisting of 159 males and 143 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 177 literate and 125 illiterate residents. Additionally, 138 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Markiari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 302 | 159 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 138 | 68 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 177 | 102 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 57 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Markiari
Markiari 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 Markiari
Markiari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Markiari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Markiari is about 55 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 Markiari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Markiari 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Markiari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Markiari 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 Markiari
Where is Markiari located?
Markiari village is located in Devipur Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Markiari?
The Gram Panchayat of Markiari is Amdiha.
What is the pincode of Markiari?
The pincode of Markiari is 814120.
What is the population of Markiari?
Markiari has a total population of 302, including 159 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Markiari?
There are 51 households in Markiari.
What is the literacy rate in Markiari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Markiari is 58.61%. Male literacy is 64.15% and female literacy is 52.45%.