Markhola Village - Srinagar, Pauri Garhwal
Markhola is a village situated in the Srinagar tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Srinagar and around 30 km from Pauri. Markhoda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Markhola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Markhola is 045539. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.25 hectares and falls under the 246147 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 20 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 Srinagar 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 238 people, consisting of 105 males and 133 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 1,266 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 186 literate and 52 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Markhola are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 238 | 105 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 89 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 16 | 36 |
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 5-10 km of the Markhola.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Srinagar to Markhola is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Markhola is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 2-5 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 5-10 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 Srinagar Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Markhola?
The Gram Panchayat of Markhola is Markhoda.
What is the pincode of Markhola?
The pincode of Markhola is 246147.
What is the population of Markhola?
Markhola has a total population of 238, including 105 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Markhola?
There are 59 households in Markhola.
What is the literacy rate in Markhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Markhola is 78.15%. Male literacy is 84.76% and female literacy is 72.93%.