Markegaon - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Markegaon is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Tukum serves as the Gram Panchayat for Markegaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Markegaon is 538993. The village covers a total geographical area of 696 hectares and falls under the 442606 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Markegaon 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 Markegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Markegaon village had a total population of 186 people, including 88 males and 98 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,114 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.20%, with male literacy at 69.62% and female literacy at 55.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 186.
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 | 186 | 88 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 186 | 88 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 102 | 55 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 33 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Markegaon
Markegaon 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 Markegaon
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Markegaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadchiroli to Markegaon is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Markegaon is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Markegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Markegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Markegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Markegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Markegaon
Where is Markegaon located?
Markegaon village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Markegaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Markegaon is Tukum.
What is the pincode of Markegaon?
The pincode of Markegaon is 442606.
What is the population of Markegaon?
Markegaon had a total population of 186, including 88 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Markegaon?
Markegaon had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Markegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Markegaon was 62.20%. Male literacy was 69.62% and female literacy was 55.29%.