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)
According to the 2011 Census, Markagaon (Chichoda) village had a total population of 296 people, including 136 males and 160 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,176 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.06%, with male literacy at 61.11% and female literacy at 42.52%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 294.
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 | 296 | 136 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 28 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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) had a total population of 296, including 136 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Markagaon (Chichoda)?
Markagaon (Chichoda) had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Markagaon (Chichoda)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Markagaon (Chichoda) was 51.06%. Male literacy was 61.11% and female literacy was 42.52%.