Makna - Katoria, Banka
Makna is a village situated in the Katoria subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katoria and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Harhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makna is 241956. The village covers a total geographical area of 151.4 hectares and falls under the 813106 pincode. Deoghar(jharkhand) is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Makna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Makna
According to the 2011 Census, Makna village had a total population of 1,162 people, including 611 males and 551 females, living in 201 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.77%, with male literacy at 53.62% and female literacy at 31.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 758.
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 | 1,162 | 611 | 551 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 128 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 758 | 397 | 361 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 399 | 259 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 763 | 352 | 411 |
Nearby Villages of Makna
Makna 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 Makna
Public transport in the Makna is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Makna.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deoghar(jharkhand) to Makna is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Makna is about 38 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 Makna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Makna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makna 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 Makna
Where is Makna located?
Makna village is located in Katoria Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Makna?
The Gram Panchayat of Makna is Harhar.
What is the pincode of Makna?
The pincode of Makna is 813106.
What is the population of Makna?
Makna had a total population of 1,162, including 611 males and 551 females.
How many households are there in Makna?
Makna had 201 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makna was 42.77%. Male literacy was 53.62% and female literacy was 31.11%.