Makunpur - Nathnagar, Bhagalpur
Makunpur 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 Makunpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makunpur is 239444. The village covers a total geographical area of 24 hectares and falls under the 812004 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Makunpur 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 Makunpur
According to the 2011 Census, Makunpur village had a total population of 902 people, including 474 males and 428 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.07%, with male literacy at 86.81% and female literacy at 74.52%.
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 | 902 | 474 | 428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 57 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 634 | 362 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 268 | 112 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Makunpur
Makunpur 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 Makunpur
Makunpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Makunpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Makunpur 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 Makunpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makunpur 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 Makunpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makunpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Makunpur
Where is Makunpur located?
Makunpur village is located in Nathnagar Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makunpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Makunpur is Rannuchak Makandpur.
What is the pincode of Makunpur?
The pincode of Makunpur is 812004.
What is the population of Makunpur?
Makunpur had a total population of 902, including 474 males and 428 females.
How many households are there in Makunpur?
Makunpur had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makunpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makunpur was 81.07%. Male literacy was 86.81% and female literacy was 74.52%.