Makundpur - Simri, Buxar
Makundpur is a village situated in the Simri subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Simri and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Majhwari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makundpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makundpur is 247923. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.6 hectares and falls under the 802135 pincode. Dumraon is the nearest town, located about 6 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 2,110 people, consisting of 1,087 males and 1,023 females. The village has 333 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 390 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 847 literate and 1,263 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 58 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Makundpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,110 | 1,087 | 1,023 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 390 | 185 | 205 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 27 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 847 | 557 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,263 | 530 | 733 |
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
Public transport in the Makundpur 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 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 Dumraon to Makundpur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Makundpur is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Makundpur
Where is Makundpur located?
Makundpur village is located in Simri Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makundpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Makundpur is Majhwari.
What is the pincode of Makundpur?
The pincode of Makundpur is 802135.
What is the population of Makundpur?
Makundpur has a total population of 2,110, including 1,087 males and 1,023 females.
How many households are there in Makundpur?
There are 333 households in Makundpur.
What is the literacy rate in Makundpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makundpur is 40.14%. Male literacy is 51.24% and female literacy is 28.35%.