Markandi

Markandi is a village located in Golanthara tehsil of Ganjam district in Odisha, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Golanthara (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Chatrapur. As per 2009 stats, Indraklhai is the gram panchayat of Markandi village.

Markandi has its own place in the vibrant Ganjam 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 Markandi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Markandi is 412707. The village spans a total geographical area of 293 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761008. Brahmapur is nearest town to Markandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.

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Population of Markandi

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,210 1,617 1,593
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 514 277 237
Scheduled Castes (SC) 408 209 199
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 963 578 385
Illiterate Population 2,247 1,039 1,208

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

  • The total population of Markandi village is around 3,210, including approximately 1,617 males and 1,593 females, with a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 514 children aged 0–6 years in Markandi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Markandi village has 408 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Markandi village is about 30.00%, with male literacy at 35.75% and female literacy at 24.17%.
  • There are around 717 households in Markandi village.

Connectivity of Markandi

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

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

Nearby Villages of Markandi

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

Jaganathpur Haradanga Bayali Belakudi Tulu Indrakhi Phasinuapada Dhepanuapada Mendrajpur Ekasingi Biswanathpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Markandi

Where is Markandi located?
Markandi village is situated in Golanthara Tehsil, within the Ganjam district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Markandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Markandi is Indraklhai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Markandi?
The pincode of Markandi is 761008, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Markandi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Markandi is 3,210, with 1,617 males and 1,593 females.
How many households are there in Markandi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Markandi village has a total of 717 households.
What is the literacy rate in Markandi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Markandi is 30.00%. The male literacy rate is 35.75%, while the female literacy rate is 24.17%.