Makunahia - Sursand, Sitamarhi
Makunahia is a village situated in the Sursand subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sursand and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Radhaur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makunahia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makunahia is 219224. The village covers a total geographical area of 148.2 hectares and falls under the 843331 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Makunahia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Makunahia
According to the 2011 Census, Makunahia village had a total population of 3,341 people, including 1,782 males and 1,559 females, living in 699 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.82%, with male literacy at 51.46% and female literacy at 39.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,348.
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 | 3,341 | 1,782 | 1,559 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 711 | 381 | 330 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,348 | 705 | 643 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,205 | 721 | 484 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,136 | 1,061 | 1,075 |
Nearby Villages of Makunahia
Makunahia 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 Makunahia
Makunahia 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 Sitamarhi to Makunahia is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Makunahia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makunahia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Makunahia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makunahia 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Makunahia
Where is Makunahia located?
Makunahia village is located in Sursand Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Makunahia?
The Gram Panchayat of Makunahia is Radhaur.
What is the pincode of Makunahia?
The pincode of Makunahia is 843331.
What is the population of Makunahia?
Makunahia had a total population of 3,341, including 1,782 males and 1,559 females.
How many households are there in Makunahia?
Makunahia had 699 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makunahia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makunahia was 45.82%. Male literacy was 51.46% and female literacy was 39.38%.