Markona
About Markona
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Markona village is 394164. Markona village is located in Similia tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Similia (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Markona village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 510 hectares. Markona has a total population of 3,227 peoples, out of which male population is 1,661 while female population is 1,566. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 942 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of markona village is 76.32% out of which 81.82% males and 70.50% females are literate. There are about 658 houses in markona village. Pincode of markona village locality is 756126.
Bhadrak is nearest town to markona village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
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Population of Markona
The population details of Markona cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,227 | 1,661 | 1,566 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 357 | 196 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 434 | 218 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 246 | 112 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 2,463 | 1,359 | 1,104 |
| Illiterate Population | 764 | 302 | 462 |
Connectivity of Markona
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Markona
Where is Markona located?
Markona village is situated in Similia Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Markona?
Markona serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Markona?
The pincode of Markona is 756126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Markona as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Markona is 3,227, with 1,661 males and 1,566 females.
How many households are there in Markona as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Markona village has a total of 658 households.
What is the literacy rate in Markona as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Markona is 76.32%. The male literacy rate is 81.82%, while the female literacy rate is 70.50%.