Markanar - Bhamragad, Gadchiroli
Markanar is a village situated in the Bhamragad tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhamragad and around 217 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Kothi serves as the Village Panchayat for Markanar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Markanar is 539703. The village covers a total geographical area of 978.45 hectares and falls under the 442710 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 217 km away.
Markanar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Markanar
According to the 2011 Census, Markanar village had a total population of 303 people, including 159 males and 144 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.48%, with male literacy at 53.03% and female literacy at 39.52%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 303.
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 | 303 | 159 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 303 | 159 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 70 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 89 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Markanar
Markanar 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 Markanar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Markanar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Gadchiroli to Markanar is about 217 km, with a usual travel time of around ~6.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Markanar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Markanar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Markanar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Markanar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Markanar
Where is Markanar located?
Markanar village is located in Bhamragad Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Markanar?
The Village Panchayat of Markanar is Kothi.
What is the pincode of Markanar?
The pincode of Markanar is 442710.
What is the population of Markanar?
Markanar had a total population of 303, including 159 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Markanar?
Markanar had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Markanar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Markanar was 46.48%. Male literacy was 53.03% and female literacy was 39.52%.