Markali - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Markali is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Pangauparsahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Markali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Markali is 416279. The village covers a total geographical area of 85 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Markali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Markali
According to the 2011 Census, Markali village had a total population of 89 people, including 44 males and 45 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 24.00%, with male literacy at 42.86% and female literacy at 7.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 60.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 89 | 44 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 15 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 29 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Markali
Markali 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 Markali
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Markali.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Markali is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Markali is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Markali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Markali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Markali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Markali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Markali
Where is Markali located?
Markali village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Markali?
The Gram Panchayat of Markali is Pangauparsahi.
What is the pincode of Markali?
The pincode of Markali is 762011.
What is the population of Markali?
Markali had a total population of 89, including 44 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Markali?
Markali had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Markali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Markali was 24.00%. Male literacy was 42.86% and female literacy was 7.50%.