Madkar(Markar) - Pottangi, Koraput
Madkar(Markar) is a village situated in the Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from Kotiya and around 69 km from Koraput. Sunki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madkar(Markar) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madkar(Markar) is 430112. The village falls under the 764039 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Madkar(Markar) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madkar(Markar)
According to the 2011 Census, Madkar(Markar) village had a total population of 233 people, including 105 males and 128 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 1,219 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 7.41%, with male literacy at 9.76% and female literacy at 5.61%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 229.
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 | 233 | 105 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 229 | 104 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 97 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Madkar(Markar)
Madkar(Markar) 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 Madkar(Markar)
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Madkar(Markar).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Madkar(Markar) is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Madkar(Markar) is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madkar(Markar)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madkar(Markar) 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 Madkar(Markar)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madkar(Markar) 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 Madkar(Markar)
Where is Madkar(Markar) located?
Madkar(Markar) village is located in Pottangi Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Madkar(Markar)?
The Gram Panchayat of Madkar(Markar) is Sunki.
What is the pincode of Madkar(Markar)?
The pincode of Madkar(Markar) is 764039.
What is the population of Madkar(Markar)?
Madkar(Markar) had a total population of 233, including 105 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Madkar(Markar)?
Madkar(Markar) had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Madkar(Markar)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madkar(Markar) was 7.41%. Male literacy was 9.76% and female literacy was 5.61%.