Markelguda - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Markelguda is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Orkel and around 52 km from Malkangiri . Kamwada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Markelguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Markelguda is 430946. The village covers a total geographical area of 459 hectares and falls under the 764051 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Markelguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Markelguda
According to the 2011 Census, Markelguda village had a total population of 1,285 people, including 600 males and 685 females, living in 253 households. The sex ratio was 1,142 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.78%, with male literacy at 67.74% and female literacy at 52.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 524, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 710.
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 | 1,285 | 600 | 685 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 101 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 524 | 279 | 245 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 710 | 298 | 412 |
| Literate Population | 642 | 338 | 304 |
| Illiterate Population | 643 | 262 | 381 |
Nearby Villages of Markelguda
Markelguda 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 Markelguda
Markelguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Balimela to Markelguda is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Markelguda is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Markelguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Markelguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Markelguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Markelguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Markelguda
Where is Markelguda located?
Markelguda village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Markelguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Markelguda is Kamwada.
What is the pincode of Markelguda?
The pincode of Markelguda is 764051.
What is the population of Markelguda?
Markelguda had a total population of 1,285, including 600 males and 685 females.
How many households are there in Markelguda?
Markelguda had 253 households.
What is the literacy rate in Markelguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Markelguda was 59.78%. Male literacy was 67.74% and female literacy was 52.87%.