Makranpur - Lal Bahadur Nagar, Rajnandgaon
Makranpur is a village situated in the Lal Bahadur Nagar tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 45 km from Dongargarh and around 70 km from Rajnandgaon. Kathitola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makranpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makranpur is 440634. The village covers a total geographical area of 304.68 hectares and falls under the 491557 pincode. Dongargarh is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Makranpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dongargaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Makranpur
According to the 2011 Census, Makranpur village had a total population of 285 people, including 143 males and 142 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.38%, with male literacy at 82.68% and female literacy at 56.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 173.
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 | 285 | 143 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 91 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 105 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 38 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Makranpur
Makranpur 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 Makranpur
Makranpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dongargarh to Makranpur is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Makranpur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Makranpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makranpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Makranpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makranpur 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 Makranpur
Where is Makranpur located?
Makranpur village is located in Lal Bahadur Nagar Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Makranpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Makranpur is Kathitola.
What is the pincode of Makranpur?
The pincode of Makranpur is 491557.
What is the population of Makranpur?
Makranpur had a total population of 285, including 143 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Makranpur?
Makranpur had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makranpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makranpur was 69.38%. Male literacy was 82.68% and female literacy was 56.49%.