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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Markhola village had a total population of 120 people, including 60 males and 60 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.00%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 52.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 120 | 60 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 120, including 60 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Markhola?
Markhola had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Markhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Markhola was 69.00%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 52.94%.