Makundpur - Charpokhari, Bhojpur
Makundpur is a village situated in the Charpokhari subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Charpokhari and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Mukund Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makundpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makundpur is 247456. The village covers a total geographical area of 294 hectares and falls under the 802223 pincode. Piro is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Makundpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Makundpur
As per Census 2011, Makundpur village has a total population of 3,537 people, consisting of 1,890 males and 1,647 females. The village has 600 households and a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males. There are 576 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,969 literate and 1,568 illiterate residents. Additionally, 941 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Makundpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,537 | 1,890 | 1,647 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 576 | 320 | 256 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 941 | 510 | 431 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,969 | 1,249 | 720 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,568 | 641 | 927 |
Nearby Villages of Makundpur
Makundpur 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 Makundpur
Makundpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Makundpur.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Piro to Makundpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Makundpur is about 36 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 Makundpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makundpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Makundpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makundpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Makundpur
Where is Makundpur located?
Makundpur village is located in Charpokhari Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makundpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Makundpur is Mukund Pur.
What is the pincode of Makundpur?
The pincode of Makundpur is 802223.
What is the population of Makundpur?
Makundpur has a total population of 3,537, including 1,890 males and 1,647 females.
How many households are there in Makundpur?
There are 600 households in Makundpur.
What is the literacy rate in Makundpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makundpur is 55.67%. Male literacy is 66.08% and female literacy is 43.72%.