Markal

Markal is a village located in Shahpur taluka of Yadgir district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Shahpur (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Yadgir. As per 2009 stats, Kollur is the gram panchayat of Markal village.

Markal has its own place in the vibrant Yadgir region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Markal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Markal is 621185. The village spans a total geographical area of 1058.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 585304. Devadurga is nearest town to Markal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.

When it comes to local governance, Markal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Yadgir Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raichur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Markal

Below is a concise population overview of Markal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,117 546 571
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 170 90 80
Scheduled Castes (SC) 207 96 111
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 682 333 349
Literate Population 517 297 220
Illiterate Population 600 249 351

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Markal village:

  • The total population of Markal village is around 1,117, including approximately 546 males and 571 females, with a sex ratio of 1045 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 170 children aged 0–6 years in Markal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Markal village has 207 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 682 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Markal village is about 46.28%, with male literacy at 54.40% and female literacy at 38.53%.
  • There are around 200 households in Markal village.

Connectivity of Markal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Markal. As per the 2011 stats, Markal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Markal

Knowing the nearby villages of Markal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Markal.

Frequently Asked Questions about Markal

Where is Markal located?
Markal village is situated in Shahpur Taluka, within the Yadgir district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Markal?
The Gram Panchayat of Markal is Kollur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Markal?
The pincode of Markal is 585304, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Markal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Markal is 1,117, with 546 males and 571 females.
How many households are there in Markal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Markal village has a total of 200 households.
What is the literacy rate in Markal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Markal is 46.28%. The male literacy rate is 54.40%, while the female literacy rate is 38.53%.