Makra - Sonepur, Saran
Makra is a village situated in the Sonepur subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonepur and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Nayagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makra is 234492. The village covers a total geographical area of 48 hectares and falls under the 841101 pincode. Sonepur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Makra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Makra
According to the 2011 Census, Makra village had a total population of 2,185 people, including 1,112 males and 1,073 females, living in 363 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.09%, with male literacy at 77.88% and female literacy at 58.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 97.
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 | 2,185 | 1,112 | 1,073 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 380 | 208 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 49 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,229 | 704 | 525 |
| Illiterate Population | 956 | 408 | 548 |
Nearby Villages of Makra
Makra 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 Makra
Makra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Makra has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Sonepur to Makra is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Makra is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Makra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Makra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Makra
Where is Makra located?
Makra village is located in Sonepur Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makra?
The Gram Panchayat of Makra is Nayagaon.
What is the pincode of Makra?
The pincode of Makra is 841101.
What is the population of Makra?
Makra had a total population of 2,185, including 1,112 males and 1,073 females.
How many households are there in Makra?
Makra had 363 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makra was 68.09%. Male literacy was 77.88% and female literacy was 58.27%.