Markelguda
About Markelguda
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Markelguda village is 430946. Markelguda village is located in Orkel tehsil of Malkangiri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Orkel (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Malkangiri . As per 2009 stats, Kamwada is the gram panchayat of Markelguda village.
The total geographical area of village is 459 hectares. Markelguda has a total population of 1,285 peoples, out of which male population is 600 while female population is 685. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1141 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of markelguda village is 49.96% out of which 56.33% males and 44.38% females are literate. There are about 253 houses in markelguda village. Pincode of markelguda village locality is 764051.
When it comes to administration, Markelguda village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Markelguda village comes under Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha constituency & Nabarangpur Lok Sabha constituency. Balimela is nearest town to markelguda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
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Population of Markelguda
The population details of Markelguda cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,285 | 600 | 685 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 211 | 101 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 524 | 279 | 245 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 710 | 298 | 412 |
| Literate Population | 642 | 338 | 304 |
| Illiterate Population | 643 | 262 | 381 |
Connectivity of Markelguda
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Markelguda
Where is Markelguda located?
Markelguda village is situated in Orkel Tehsil, within the Malkangiri district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Markelguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Markelguda is Kamwada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Markelguda?
The pincode of Markelguda is 764051, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Markelguda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Markelguda is 1,285, with 600 males and 685 females.
How many households are there in Markelguda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Markelguda village has a total of 253 households.
What is the literacy rate in Markelguda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Markelguda is 49.96%. The male literacy rate is 56.33%, while the female literacy rate is 44.38%.