Markhola - Satpuli, Pauri Garhwal
Markhola is a village situated in the Satpuli tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from Satpuli and around 75 km from Pauri Garhwal. Malai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Markhola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Markhola is 047890. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.41 hectares and falls under the 246130 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Markhola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Markhola
According to the 2011 Census, Markhola village had a total population of 17 people, including 6 males and 11 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 1,833 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.57%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 66.67%.
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 | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 1 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Markhola
Markhola is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bar Gaon | South | 0.46 km |
| Malai | South-West | 0.79 km |
| Badoli | North | 0.82 km |
| Dhoora | North-East | 0.84 km |
| Kundoli | North-West | 1.01 km |
| Raisoli Malli | South-East | 1.29 km |
| Molthi Bichali | South-West | 1.36 km |
| Kumesh | South-West | 1.56 km |
| Maletha | East | 1.69 km |
| Bheswara | West | 1.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Markhola
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Markhola. The nearest railway station is Kotdwara, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Markhola is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri Garhwal to Markhola is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Markhola
Where is Markhola located?
Markhola village is located in Satpuli Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Markhola?
The Gram Panchayat of Markhola is Malai.
What is the pincode of Markhola?
The pincode of Markhola is 246130.
What is the population of Markhola?
Markhola had a total population of 17, including 6 males and 11 females.
How many households are there in Markhola?
Markhola had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Markhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Markhola was 78.57%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 66.67%.