Markagaon
About Markagaon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Markagaon village is 538900. Markagaon village is located in Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 47km away from sub-district headquarter Dhanora (tehsildar office) and 82km away from district headquarter Gadchiroli. As per 2009 stats, Sawargaon is the gram panchayat of Markagaon village.
The total geographical area of village is 1211.14 hectares. Markagaon has a total population of 347 peoples, out of which male population is 158 while female population is 189. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1196 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of markagaon village is 41.50% out of which 50.63% males and 33.86% females are literate. There are about 67 houses in markagaon village.
When it comes to administration, Markagaon village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Markagaon village comes under Armori Vidhan Sabha constituency & Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha constituency. Gadchiroli is nearest town to markagaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 70km away.
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Population of Markagaon
The population details of Markagaon cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 347 | 158 | 189 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 46 | 18 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 326 | 146 | 180 |
| Literate Population | 144 | 80 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 78 | 125 |
Connectivity of Markagaon
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Markagaon
Where is Markagaon located?
Markagaon village is situated in Dhanora Tehsil, within the Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Markagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Markagaon is Sawargaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Markagaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Markagaon is 347, with 158 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Markagaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Markagaon village has a total of 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Markagaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Markagaon is 41.50%. The male literacy rate is 50.63%, while the female literacy rate is 33.86%.