Markasa

Markasa is a village located in Mawthadraishan subdivision of West Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Mawthadraishan (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Nongstoin.

Markasa has its own place in the vibrant West Khasi Hills 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 Markasa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Markasa is 276907. Mawthadraishan is nearest town to Markasa village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Markasa

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 639 318 321
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 152 73 79
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 639 318 321
Literate Population 407 197 210
Illiterate Population 232 121 111

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

  • The total population of Markasa village is around 639, including approximately 318 males and 321 females, with a sex ratio of 1009 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 152 children aged 0–6 years in Markasa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Markasa village has 639 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Markasa village is about 63.69%, with male literacy at 61.95% and female literacy at 65.42%.
  • There are around 93 households in Markasa village.

Connectivity of Markasa

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

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

Nearby Villages of Markasa

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

Tyllang Mawphanlur Mawkohnoh Nongpyndengshaham Mawlangkhar Mawlaisyiem Laitkseh Upper Laitkseh Umlipoi Mawkaton Mawliwai Kynbah

Frequently Asked Questions about Markasa

Where is Markasa located?
Markasa village is situated in Mawthadraishan Subdivision, within the West Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Markasa?
The pincode of Markasa is 793119, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Markasa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Markasa is 639, with 318 males and 321 females.
How many households are there in Markasa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Markasa village has a total of 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Markasa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Markasa is 63.69%. The male literacy rate is 61.95%, while the female literacy rate is 65.42%.