Markhai

Markhai is a village located in Zira tehsil of Firozpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Zira (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Firozpur. As per 2009 stats, Markhai village is also a gram panchayat.

Markhai has its own place in the vibrant Firozpur 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 Markhai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Markhai is 034390. The village spans a total geographical area of 605 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 142047. Zira is nearest town to Markhai village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Markhai

Below is a concise population overview of Markhai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,609 867 742
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 197 124 73
Scheduled Castes (SC) 980 542 438
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 841 476 365
Illiterate Population 768 391 377

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Markhai village:

  • The total population of Markhai village is around 1,609, including approximately 867 males and 742 females, with a sex ratio of 855 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 197 children aged 0–6 years in Markhai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Markhai village has 980 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Markhai village is about 52.27%, with male literacy at 54.90% and female literacy at 49.19%.
  • There are around 333 households in Markhai village.

Connectivity of Markhai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Markhai. As per the 2011 stats, Markhai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Markhai

Knowing the nearby villages of Markhai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Markhai.

Nawa Zira Gadriwala Botianwala Pheroke Mehar Singhwala Kasoana Marur Mankianwali Holanwali Wara Waryamsingh Joianwala

Frequently Asked Questions about Markhai

Where is Markhai located?
Markhai village is situated in Zira Tehsil, within the Firozpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Markhai?
Markhai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Markhai?
The pincode of Markhai is 142047, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Markhai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Markhai is 1,609, with 867 males and 742 females.
How many households are there in Markhai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Markhai village has a total of 333 households.
What is the literacy rate in Markhai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Markhai is 52.27%. The male literacy rate is 54.90%, while the female literacy rate is 49.19%.