Makanpur - Nathnagar, Bhagalpur
Makanpur is a village situated in the Nathnagar subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nathnagar and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Rannuchak Makandpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makanpur is 239449. The village covers a total geographical area of 7 hectares and falls under the 812004 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Makanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nathnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Makanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Makanpur village had a total population of 2,207 people, including 1,176 males and 1,031 females, living in 415 households. The sex ratio was 877 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.57%, with male literacy at 86.09% and female literacy at 70.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 311.
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 | 2,207 | 1,176 | 1,031 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 280 | 155 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 311 | 169 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,514 | 879 | 635 |
| Illiterate Population | 693 | 297 | 396 |
Nearby Villages of Makanpur
Makanpur 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 Makanpur
Makanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Makanpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhagalpur to Makanpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Makanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Makanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Makanpur
Where is Makanpur located?
Makanpur village is located in Nathnagar Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Makanpur is Rannuchak Makandpur.
What is the pincode of Makanpur?
The pincode of Makanpur is 812004.
What is the population of Makanpur?
Makanpur had a total population of 2,207, including 1,176 males and 1,031 females.
How many households are there in Makanpur?
Makanpur had 415 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makanpur was 78.57%. Male literacy was 86.09% and female literacy was 70.09%.