Markandapur
Markandapur is a village located in Jajapur tehsil of Jajapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Jajapur (tehsildar office) and 8km away from district headquarter Jajapur . As per 2009 stats, Markandapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Markandapur has its own place in the vibrant Jajapur 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 Markandapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Markandapur is 400970. The village spans a total geographical area of 166 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 755007. Jajapur is nearest town to Markandapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
As per 2019 stats, Markandapur village comes under Jajpur assembly & parliamentary constituency.
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Population of Markandapur
Below is a concise population overview of Markandapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,142 | 1,059 | 1,083 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 246 | 134 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 798 | 417 | 381 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,471 | 766 | 705 |
| Illiterate Population | 671 | 293 | 378 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Markandapur village:
- The total population of Markandapur village is around 2,142, including approximately 1,059 males and 1,083 females, with a sex ratio of 1022 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 246 children aged 0–6 years in Markandapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Markandapur village has 798 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Markandapur village is about 68.67%, with male literacy at 72.33% and female literacy at 65.10%.
- There are around 517 households in Markandapur village.
Connectivity of Markandapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Markandapur. As per the 2011 stats, Markandapur 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Markandapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Markandapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Markandapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Markandapur
- Where is Markandapur located?
- Markandapur village is situated in Jajapur Tehsil, within the Jajapur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Markandapur?
- Markandapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Markandapur?
- The pincode of Markandapur is 755007, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Markandapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Markandapur is 2,142, with 1,059 males and 1,083 females.
- How many households are there in Markandapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Markandapur village has a total of 517 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Markandapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Markandapur is 68.67%. The male literacy rate is 72.33%, while the female literacy rate is 65.10%.