Markhandi

Markhandi is a village located in Begamganj tehsil of Raisen district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Begamganj (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Raisen. As per 2009 stats, Markhandi village is also a gram panchayat.

Markhandi has its own place in the vibrant Raisen 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 Markhandi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Markhandi is 484142. The village spans a total geographical area of 756.51 hectares. Begamganj is nearest town to Markhandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Markhandi

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,147 637 510
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 198 103 95
Scheduled Castes (SC) 274 149 125
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 460 249 211
Literate Population 684 442 242
Illiterate Population 463 195 268

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

  • The total population of Markhandi village is around 1,147, including approximately 637 males and 510 females, with a sex ratio of 800 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 198 children aged 0–6 years in Markhandi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Markhandi village has 274 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 460 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Markhandi village is about 59.63%, with male literacy at 69.39% and female literacy at 47.45%.
  • There are around 253 households in Markhandi village.

Connectivity of Markhandi

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Markhandi

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Markhandi

Where is Markhandi located?
Markhandi village is situated in Begamganj Tehsil, within the Raisen district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Markhandi?
Markhandi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Markhandi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Markhandi is 1,147, with 637 males and 510 females.
How many households are there in Markhandi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Markhandi village has a total of 253 households.
What is the literacy rate in Markhandi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Markhandi is 59.63%. The male literacy rate is 69.39%, while the female literacy rate is 47.45%.