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.
Here you can discover what makes Markandpur unique in its vibrant Sadar-Puri region. You’ll see Markandpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Markandpur has a total population of about 1,990, with approximately 1,003 males and 987 females. The sex ratio is around 984 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 193 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 107 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.58%, with male literacy at about 81.06% and female literacy near 72.04%. There are around 402 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Markandpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.