Makundpur - Nawanagar, Buxar
Makundpur is a village situated in the Nawanagar subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nawanagar and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Babu Ganj English serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makundpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makundpur is 248850. The village covers a total geographical area of 101 hectares and falls under the 802129 pincode. Domraon is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Makundpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Makundpur
According to the 2011 Census, Makundpur village had a total population of 245 people, including 117 males and 128 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,094 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.37%, with male literacy at 78.72% and female literacy at 54.05%.
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 | 245 | 117 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 74 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 43 | 68 |
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.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Domraon to Makundpur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Makundpur is about 35 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| 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 Nawanagar Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makundpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Makundpur is Babu Ganj English.
What is the pincode of Makundpur?
The pincode of Makundpur is 802129.
What is the population of Makundpur?
Makundpur had a total population of 245, including 117 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Makundpur?
Makundpur had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makundpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makundpur was 65.37%. Male literacy was 78.72% and female literacy was 54.05%.