Markagaon (Chichoda) - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Markagaon (Chichoda) is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Michgaon (z.) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Markagaon (Chichoda) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Markagaon (Chichoda) is 539037. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 442606 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Markagaon (Chichoda) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadchiroli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Markagaon (Chichoda)
As per Census 2011, Markagaon (Chichoda) village has a total population of 296 people, consisting of 136 males and 160 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 1,176 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 120 literate and 176 illiterate residents. Additionally, 294 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Markagaon (Chichoda) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 296 | 136 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 28 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 294 | 135 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 66 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 70 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Markagaon (Chichoda)
Markagaon (Chichoda) 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 Markagaon (Chichoda)
Markagaon (Chichoda) is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Markagaon (Chichoda) is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Markagaon (Chichoda) is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Markagaon (Chichoda)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Markagaon (Chichoda) 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Markagaon (Chichoda)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Markagaon (Chichoda) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Markagaon (Chichoda)
Where is Markagaon (Chichoda) located?
Markagaon (Chichoda) village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Markagaon (Chichoda)?
The Gram Panchayat of Markagaon (Chichoda) is Michgaon (z.).
What is the pincode of Markagaon (Chichoda)?
The pincode of Markagaon (Chichoda) is 442606.
What is the population of Markagaon (Chichoda)?
Markagaon (Chichoda) has a total population of 296, including 136 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Markagaon (Chichoda)?
There are 63 households in Markagaon (Chichoda).
What is the literacy rate in Markagaon (Chichoda)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Markagaon (Chichoda) is 40.54%. Male literacy is 48.53% and female literacy is 33.75%.