Markundi
Markundi is a village located in Barsahi tehsil of Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Barsahi (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Baripada. As per 2009 stats, Talapada is the gram panchayat of Markundi village.
Markundi has its own place in the vibrant Mayurbhanj 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 Markundi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Markundi is 390701. The village spans a total geographical area of 233 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 757026. Baripada is nearest town to Markundi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 39km away.
When it comes to local governance, Markundi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Badasahi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balasore Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Markundi
Population of Markundi
Below is a concise population overview of Markundi 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 | 857 | 445 | 412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 51 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 24 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 532 | 319 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 325 | 126 | 199 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Markundi village:
- The total population of Markundi village is around 857, including approximately 445 males and 412 females, with a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 94 children aged 0–6 years in Markundi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Markundi village has 53 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Markundi village is about 62.08%, with male literacy at 71.69% and female literacy at 51.70%.
- There are around 219 households in Markundi village.
Connectivity of Markundi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Markundi. As per the 2011 stats, Markundi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Markundi
Knowing the nearby villages of Markundi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Markundi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Markundi
- Where is Markundi located?
- Markundi village is situated in Barsahi Tehsil, within the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Markundi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Markundi is Talapada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Markundi?
- The pincode of Markundi is 757026, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Markundi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Markundi is 857, with 445 males and 412 females.
- How many households are there in Markundi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Markundi village has a total of 219 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Markundi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Markundi is 62.08%. The male literacy rate is 71.69%, while the female literacy rate is 51.70%.