Markhola - Bironkhal, Pauri Garhwal
Markhola is a village situated in the Bironkhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 53 km from Thalisain and around 155 km from Pauri. Bandarkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Markhola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Markhola is 046823. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.21 hectares and falls under the 246276 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 102 km away.
Markhola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chaubattakhal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Markhola
As per Census 2011, Markhola village has a total population of 120 people, consisting of 60 males and 60 females. The village has 26 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 69 literate and 51 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Markhola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 120 | 60 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 42 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 18 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Markhola
Markhola is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Markhola
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Markhola.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Markhola is about 102 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Markhola is about 155 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Markhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Markhola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Markhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Markhola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Markhola
Where is Markhola located?
Markhola village is located in Bironkhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Markhola?
The Gram Panchayat of Markhola is Bandarkot.
What is the pincode of Markhola?
The pincode of Markhola is 246276.
What is the population of Markhola?
Markhola has a total population of 120, including 60 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Markhola?
There are 26 households in Markhola.
What is the literacy rate in Markhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Markhola is 57.50%. Male literacy is 70.00% and female literacy is 45.00%.