Village code 342955

Markunda Village, Narayangarh Block: Map, PIN Code and Population

Markunda is a village in Narayangarh Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Markunda village map in West Bengal
Markunda village map image for Narayangarh Block, West Bengal.

Village Overview

Markunda is a village in Narayangarh Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. For Markunda, the population is 3,068, PIN code is 721437 and Census village code is 342955. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

Important note

Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Markunda village
Village code342955
PIN code721437
Population3,068
Households713
Area1,095.93 ha / 10.96 sq. km / 2,708 acres
Population density280 people per sq. km
Sex ratio1001 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townKharagpur (30 km)
Current stateWest Bengal
Census 2011 stateWest Bengal
Current districtPaschim Medinipur
Census 2011 districtPaschim Medinipur

Postal and PIN Code Details

The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 721437. This helps users verify the postal area for Markunda, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.

Postal details for Markunda village
PIN code721437
Post offices linked with this PINNarayangarh SO West Midnapore, Bahurupa BO, Barakalankai BO, Bhadrakali BO, Birbira BO, and Dibarpanda BO
Best matching post officeNarayangarh SO West Midnapore (Post office)
Delivery office records12
Postal districtMedinipur West
Postal stateWest Bengal
Postal divisionContai Division
Postal circleWest Bengal Circle
SourceIndia Post Postal Index Number code reference data

Location and Administration

Markunda comes under Markunda gram panchayat and Narayangarh C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Narayangarh Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The block headquarters is Belda at Not reported. The Census district headquarters, Midnapur, is Not reported away.

Administrative details for Markunda
Current stateWest Bengal
Census 2011 stateWest Bengal
Current districtPaschim Medinipur
Census 2011 districtPaschim Medinipur
State code19
District code344
Block / Census sub-district code2465
C.D. Block code312
Block panchayat code312

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Markunda village and its household count.

Total population

3,068 residents in 713 households

Male population

1,533

Female population

1,535

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: 604; Scheduled Tribes: 1,251

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government pre-primary school

Available; count: 3

Private pre-primary school

Not available in village

Government primary school

Available; count: 3

Private primary school

Not available in village

Middle school

Not available in village

Secondary school

Not available in village

Senior secondary school

Not available in village

Vocational / ITI training

Not available in village

Arts and science degree college

Not available in village

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Markunda
Primary health sub-centre1
ASHA workerAvailable

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Markunda
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Private bus serviceNot available in village
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayNot available in village
State highwayNot available in village
Major district roadNot available in village
Black topped roadNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable
Post officeNot available in village
Village PIN code facilityNot available in village
Mobile phone coverageNot available in village
CSC / internet cafeNot available in village
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankNot available in village
Cooperative bankNot available in village
Agricultural credit societyNot available in village
PDS shopAvailable
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village
Weekly haatAvailable
Self-help groupAvailable
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Assembly polling stationAvailable
Birth and death registration officeNot available in village
Daily newspaper supplyAvailable
Sports fieldNot available in village
Public libraryNot available in village
Public reading roomNot available in village

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Markunda
Treated tap waterNot available in village
Untreated tap waterNot available in village
Hand pumpAvailable
Tube wells / boreholesAvailable
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageNot available in village
Total sanitation campaign coverageNot available in village
Domestic power supplyNot available in village
Agriculture power supplyNot available in village
Commercial power supplyNot available in village

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Markunda
Net area sown574 hectares
Irrigated area470 hectares
Unirrigated area104 hectares
Forest area263.93 hectares
Non-agricultural area133 hectares
Main cropPaddy
Second cropOil Seeds
Third cropWheat

Nearby Facility Clues

When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.

Nearest facility clues for Markunda
Middle schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Khajra, 5-10 km away.
Secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Khajra, 5-10 km away.
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Khajra, 5-10 km away.
Public bus serviceNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Post officeNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
Commercial bankNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km.
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.

How to Reach Markunda

Kharagpur (30 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Belda is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Markunda
Nearest major townKharagpur (30 km)
Block headquartersBelda
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Block, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Markunda. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Markunda
Govt Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKGAvailable; 3
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 3
Private Middle SchoolAvailable; 2
Primary Health Sub Centre1
Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength1
Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff in Position1
Maternity and Child Welfare Centre1
Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength1
Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff in Position1
Non Government Medical Facilities Medical Practitioner with No Degree1
Non Government Medical Facilities Traditional Practitioner and Faith Healer1
Uncovered WellAvailable
Uncovered Well Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Hand PumpAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Tube Wells/BoreholeAvailable
Tube Wells Borehole Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Tube Wells Borehole Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Tank Pond LakeAvailable
Tank Pond Lake Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Tank Pond Lake Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Rural Production Centres or Sanitary Hardware Outlet Availability Near the VillageAvailable
Rural Production Mart or Sanitary Hardware Outlet Availability Near the VillageAvailable
Sub Post OfficeAvailable
TractorsAvailable
Cycle Pulled Rickshaws Manual DrivenAvailable
Carts Drivens by AnimalsAvailable
Water Bounded MacadamAvailable
All Weather RoadAvailable
Self Help Group SHGAvailable
Public Distribution System PDS ShopAvailable
Weekly HaatAvailable
Nutritional Centres ICDSAvailable
Nutritional Centres Anganwadi CentreAvailable
Nutritional Centres OthersAvailable
ASHAAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Markunda village located?

Markunda is located in Narayangarh Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Paschim Medinipur.

Which Block is Markunda in?

Markunda is in Narayangarh Block. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Markunda in?

District: Paschim Medinipur.

What is the village code of Markunda?

The Census village code of Markunda is 342955.

What is the PIN code of Markunda?

The PIN code reported for Markunda is 721437.

What is the population of Markunda?

Markunda has 3,068 residents in 713 households as per Census 2011.

Which is the nearest town to Markunda?

The nearest statutory town to Markunda is Kharagpur (30 km).

Which crops are grown in Markunda?

The main crops reported for Markunda are Paddy, Oil Seeds, and Wheat.

What land-use details are available for Markunda?

Land-use details for Markunda include net area sown: 574 hectares, irrigated area: 470 hectares, and unirrigated area: 104 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Markunda?

Government primary school status for Markunda is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Markunda?

Public bus service is not available in village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Markunda?

Mobile phone coverage is not available in village.

What is the total area of Markunda?

The total geographical area of Markunda is 1,095.93 hectares.

How many households are in Markunda?

Markunda has 713 households as per Census 2011.

Is tap water available in Markunda?

Treated tap water is not available in village.

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