Markandpur
Markandpur is a village located in Sadar tehsil of Puri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Sadar (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Puri. As per 2009 stats, Baliput is the gram panchayat of Markandpur village.
Markandpur has its own place in the vibrant Puri 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 Markandpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Markandpur is 409809. The village spans a total geographical area of 286 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752121. Puri is nearest town to Markandpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
As per 2019 stats, Markandpur village comes under Puri assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Markandpur
Population of Markandpur
Below is a concise population overview of Markandpur 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 | 1,990 | 1,003 | 987 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 99 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 55 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,524 | 813 | 711 |
| Illiterate Population | 466 | 190 | 276 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Markandpur village:
- The total population of Markandpur village is around 1,990, including approximately 1,003 males and 987 females, with a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 193 children aged 0–6 years in Markandpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Markandpur village has 107 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Markandpur village is about 76.58%, with male literacy at 81.06% and female literacy at 72.04%.
- There are around 402 households in Markandpur village.
Connectivity of Markandpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Markandpur. As per the 2011 stats, Markandpur 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 Markandpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Markandpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Markandpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Markandpur
- Where is Markandpur located?
- Markandpur village is situated in Sadar Tehsil, within the Puri district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Markandpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Markandpur is Baliput (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Markandpur?
- The pincode of Markandpur is 752121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Markandpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Markandpur is 1,990, with 1,003 males and 987 females.
- How many households are there in Markandpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Markandpur village has a total of 402 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Markandpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Markandpur is 76.58%. The male literacy rate is 81.06%, while the female literacy rate is 72.04%.