Makaribandha - Duldula, Jashpur
Makaribandha is a village situated in the Duldula tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Duldula and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Makribanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makaribandha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makaribandha is 434133. The village covers a total geographical area of 1379.6 hectares and falls under the 496334 pincode. Kunkuri is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Makaribandha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kunkuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Makaribandha
As per Census 2011, Makaribandha village has a total population of 2,303 people, consisting of 1,152 males and 1,151 females. The village has 523 households and a sex ratio of 999 females per 1,000 males. There are 333 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,170 literate and 1,133 illiterate residents. Additionally, 53 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,013 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Makaribandha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,303 | 1,152 | 1,151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 333 | 178 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 30 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,013 | 502 | 511 |
| Literate Population | 1,170 | 675 | 495 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,133 | 477 | 656 |
Nearby Villages of Makaribandha
Makaribandha is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kardega | West | 2.64 km |
| Dhandhamba | North | 3.92 km |
| Dhuriya Amba | West | 4.46 km |
| Sapghara | North-East | 4.47 km |
| Simda | North | 4.62 km |
| Barkibiura | South-East | 5.13 km |
| Gariajor | East | 5.24 km |
| Kokrachhera | South | 5.62 km |
| Pandriamba | South-West | 5.76 km |
| Kutmakachchar | South-West | 6.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Makaribandha
Makaribandha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Garpos, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kunkuri to Makaribandha is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Makaribandha is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Makaribandha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makaribandha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Makaribandha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makaribandha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Makaribandha
Where is Makaribandha located?
Makaribandha village is located in Duldula Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makaribandha?
The Gram Panchayat of Makaribandha is Makribanda.
What is the pincode of Makaribandha?
The pincode of Makaribandha is 496334.
What is the population of Makaribandha?
Makaribandha has a total population of 2,303, including 1,152 males and 1,151 females.
How many households are there in Makaribandha?
There are 523 households in Makaribandha.
What is the literacy rate in Makaribandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makaribandha is 50.80%. Male literacy is 58.59% and female literacy is 43.01%.