Markata - Sona Rai Tharhi, Deoghar
Markata is a village situated in the Sona Rai Tharhi subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sona Rai Tharhi and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Mahapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Markata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Markata is 354150. The village covers a total geographical area of 30 hectares and falls under the 814150 pincode.
Markata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Markata
According to the 2011 Census, Markata village had a total population of 309 people, including 167 males and 142 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 850 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.52%, with male literacy at 81.29% and female literacy at 43.12%.
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 | 309 | 167 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 28 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 160 | 113 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 54 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Markata
Markata 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 Markata
Markata is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Markata is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Markata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Markata 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 Markata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Markata village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Markata
Where is Markata located?
Markata village is located in Sona Rai Tharhi Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Markata?
The Gram Panchayat of Markata is Mahapur.
What is the pincode of Markata?
The pincode of Markata is 814150.
What is the population of Markata?
Markata had a total population of 309, including 167 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Markata?
Markata had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Markata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Markata was 64.52%. Male literacy was 81.29% and female literacy was 43.12%.