Markadwadi
Markadwadi is a village located in Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Malshiras (tehsildar office) and 122km away from district headquarter Solapur. As per 2009 stats, Markadwadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Markadwadi unique in its vibrant Malshiras-Solapur region. You’ll see Markadwadi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Markadwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Markadwadi is 562416. The village spans a total geographical area of 1421.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 413109. Phaltan is nearest town to Markadwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.
When it comes to local governance, Markadwadi 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 Malshiras Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Madha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Markadwadi
Population of Markadwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Markadwadi has a total population of about 3,248, with approximately 1,687 males and 1,561 females. The sex ratio is around 925 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 444 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 393 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 15. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.59%, with male literacy at about 70.48% and female literacy near 54.07%. There are around 667 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Markadwadi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,248 | 1,687 | 1,561 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 444 | 226 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 393 | 201 | 192 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 2,033 | 1,189 | 844 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,215 | 498 | 717 |
Connectivity of Markadwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Markadwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Markadwadi 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Markadwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Markadwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Markadwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Markadwadi
- Where is Markadwadi located?
- Markadwadi village is situated in Malshiras Tehsil, within the Solapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Markadwadi?
- Markadwadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Markadwadi?
- The pincode of Markadwadi is 413109, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Markadwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Markadwadi is 3,248, with 1,687 males and 1,561 females.
- How many households are there in Markadwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Markadwadi village has a total of 667 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Markadwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Markadwadi is 62.59%. The male literacy rate is 70.48%, while the female literacy rate is 54.07%.