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.
Here you can discover what makes Markandi unique in its vibrant Golanthara-Ganjam region. You’ll see Markandi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Markandi
Population of Markandi
According to the 2011 Census, Markandi has a total population of about 3,210, with approximately 1,617 males and 1,593 females. The sex ratio is around 985 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 514 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 408 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 30.00%, with male literacy at about 35.75% and female literacy near 24.17%. There are around 717 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Markandi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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.
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%.