Markhel
Markhel is a village located in Deglur tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Deglur (tehsildar office) and 105km away from district headquarter Nanded. As per 2009 stats, Markhel village is also a gram panchayat.
Markhel has its own place in the vibrant Nanded region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Markhel
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Markhel is 545674. The village spans a total geographical area of 1771 hectares. Deglur is nearest town to Markhel village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Markhel village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Deglur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nanded Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Markhel
Population of Markhel
Below is a concise population overview of Markhel as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,826 | 2,974 | 2,852 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 725 | 370 | 355 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 986 | 517 | 469 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 639 | 343 | 296 |
| Literate Population | 3,668 | 2,151 | 1,517 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,158 | 823 | 1,335 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Markhel village:
- The total population of Markhel village is around 5,826, including approximately 2,974 males and 2,852 females, with a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 725 children aged 0–6 years in Markhel village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Markhel village has 986 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 639 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Markhel village is about 62.96%, with male literacy at 72.33% and female literacy at 53.19%.
- There are around 1,159 households in Markhel village.
Connectivity of Markhel
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Markhel. As per the 2011 stats, Markhel had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Markhel
Knowing the nearby villages of Markhel helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Markhel.
Frequently Asked Questions about Markhel
- Where is Markhel located?
- Markhel village is situated in Deglur Tehsil, within the Nanded district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Markhel?
- Markhel serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Markhel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Markhel is 5,826, with 2,974 males and 2,852 females.
- How many households are there in Markhel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Markhel village has a total of 1,159 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Markhel as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Markhel is 62.96%. The male literacy rate is 72.33%, while the female literacy rate is 53.19%.