Markunda
Markunda is a village located in Narayangarh subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Belda are the district & sub-district headquarters of Markunda village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kashipur is the gram panchayat of Markunda village.
Markunda has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur 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 Markunda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Markunda is 342955. The village spans a total geographical area of 1095.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721437. Kharagpur is nearest town to Markunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Markunda
Population of Markunda
Below is a concise population overview of Markunda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,068 | 1,533 | 1,535 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 397 | 204 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 604 | 311 | 293 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,251 | 621 | 630 |
| Literate Population | 1,662 | 945 | 717 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,406 | 588 | 818 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Markunda village:
- The total population of Markunda village is around 3,068, including approximately 1,533 males and 1,535 females, with a sex ratio of 1001 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 397 children aged 0–6 years in Markunda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Markunda village has 604 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,251 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Markunda village is about 54.17%, with male literacy at 61.64% and female literacy at 46.71%.
- There are around 713 households in Markunda village.
Connectivity of Markunda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Markunda. As per the 2011 stats, Markunda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Markunda
Knowing the nearby villages of Markunda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Markunda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Markunda
- Where is Markunda located?
- Markunda village is situated in Narayangarh Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Markunda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Markunda is Kashipur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Markunda?
- The pincode of Markunda is 721437, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Markunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Markunda is 3,068, with 1,533 males and 1,535 females.
- How many households are there in Markunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Markunda village has a total of 713 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Markunda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Markunda is 54.17%. The male literacy rate is 61.64%, while the female literacy rate is 46.71%.