Markandapur - Barkot, Deogarh
Markandapur is a village situated in the Barkot tehsil of Deogarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 37 km from Barkot and around 37 km from Debagarh. Kalla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Markandapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Markandapur is 382934. The village covers a total geographical area of 82 hectares and falls under the 768110 pincode. Debagarh is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Markandapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Markandapur
As per Census 2011, Markandapur village has a total population of 235 people, consisting of 128 males and 107 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 835 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 192 literate and 43 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Markandapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 235 | 128 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 22 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 112 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 16 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Markandapur
Markandapur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Markandapur
Markandapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Debagarh to Markandapur is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Debagarh to Markandapur is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Markandapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Markandapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Markandapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Markandapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Markandapur
Where is Markandapur located?
Markandapur village is located in Barkot Tehsil, Deogarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Markandapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Markandapur is Kalla.
What is the pincode of Markandapur?
The pincode of Markandapur is 768110.
What is the population of Markandapur?
Markandapur has a total population of 235, including 128 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Markandapur?
There are 62 households in Markandapur.
What is the literacy rate in Markandapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Markandapur is 81.70%. Male literacy is 87.50% and female literacy is 74.77%.