Markalu - Malavalli, Mandya
Markalu is a village situated in the Malavalli taluka of Mandya district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malavalli and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Mandya. Hittanahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Markalu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Markalu is 614678. The village covers a total geographical area of 823.82 hectares and falls under the 571424 pincode. Malavalli is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Markalu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Krishnarajpet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Markalu
As per Census 2011, Markalu village has a total population of 3,144 people, consisting of 1,620 males and 1,524 females. The village has 743 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 319 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,737 literate and 1,407 illiterate residents. Additionally, 453 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Markalu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,144 | 1,620 | 1,524 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 319 | 161 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 453 | 221 | 232 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,737 | 976 | 761 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,407 | 644 | 763 |
Nearby Villages of Markalu
Markalu is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Doranahalli | North-West | 1.97 km |
| Nenanuru | South-East | 2.04 km |
| Huvinakoppalu | South-West | 2.40 km |
| Banduru | North-East | 2.87 km |
| Kirugavalu | West | 3.07 km |
| Kallarepura | East | 3.18 km |
| Hittanahalli | North | 3.28 km |
| Mikkere | North-West | 3.82 km |
| Sujjalur | South | 3.83 km |
| Uppanahalli | South-East | 3.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Markalu
Markalu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mandya, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Malavalli to Markalu is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandya to Markalu 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 Markalu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Markalu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Markalu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Markalu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Markalu
Where is Markalu located?
Markalu village is located in Malavalli Taluka, Mandya district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Markalu?
The Gram Panchayat of Markalu is Hittanahalli.
What is the pincode of Markalu?
The pincode of Markalu is 571424.
What is the population of Markalu?
Markalu has a total population of 3,144, including 1,620 males and 1,524 females.
How many households are there in Markalu?
There are 743 households in Markalu.
What is the literacy rate in Markalu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Markalu is 55.25%. Male literacy is 60.25% and female literacy is 49.93%.