Markanda

Markanda is a village located in Kalamb tehsil of Yavatmal district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Kalamb (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Yavatmal. As per 2009 stats, Kolezari is the gram panchayat of Markanda village.

Markanda has its own place in the vibrant Yavatmal 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 Markanda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Markanda is 542350. The village spans a total geographical area of 575.17 hectares. Yavatmal is nearest town to Markanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.

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Population of Markanda

Below is a concise population overview of Markanda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 447 228 219
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 53 26 27
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 217 114 103
Literate Population 317 180 137
Illiterate Population 130 48 82

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Markanda village:

  • The total population of Markanda village is around 447, including approximately 228 males and 219 females, with a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 53 children aged 0–6 years in Markanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Markanda village has 217 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Markanda village is about 70.92%, with male literacy at 78.95% and female literacy at 62.56%.
  • There are around 109 households in Markanda village.

Connectivity of Markanda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Markanda. As per the 2011 stats, Markanda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Markanda

Knowing the nearby villages of Markanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Markanda.

Nagthana Metikheda Shivpuri Pilkhana Kinhala Pahur Kailaspuri Pangadi Kolezari Asola Pandhurna

Frequently Asked Questions about Markanda

Where is Markanda located?
Markanda village is situated in Kalamb Tehsil, within the Yavatmal district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Markanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Markanda is Kolezari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Markanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Markanda is 447, with 228 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Markanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Markanda village has a total of 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Markanda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Markanda is 70.92%. The male literacy rate is 78.95%, while the female literacy rate is 62.56%.