Makrandipur - Ramanujnagar, Surajpur
Makrandipur is a village situated in the Ramanujnagar tehsil of Surajpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from Ramanujnagar and around 70 km from Ambikapur. Tiwaragudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makrandipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makrandipur is 432865. The village covers a total geographical area of 1730.3 hectares and falls under the 497333 pincode. Surajpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Makrandipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Makrandipur
As per Census 2011, Makrandipur village has a total population of 4,060 people, consisting of 2,028 males and 2,032 females. The village has 911 households and a sex ratio of 1,001 females per 1,000 males. There are 677 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,972 literate and 2,088 illiterate residents. Additionally, 302 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,488 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Makrandipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,060 | 2,028 | 2,032 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 677 | 322 | 355 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 302 | 152 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,488 | 1,251 | 1,237 |
| Literate Population | 1,972 | 1,215 | 757 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,088 | 813 | 1,275 |
Nearby Villages of Makrandipur
Makrandipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jaipur | North-West | 2.59 km |
| Nakana | North-East | 2.93 km |
| Makarbandha | South | 3.37 km |
| Piuri | South-East | 3.43 km |
| Pandripani | North | 3.49 km |
| Raghubirpur | North-West | 4.12 km |
| Golhaghat | West | 4.12 km |
| Umapur Alias Kudariya | North | 4.20 km |
| Chhindiya | South-East | 4.21 km |
| Bakana | North-East | 4.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Makrandipur
Makrandipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Katora, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.7 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 Surajpur to Makrandipur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Makrandipur 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 Makrandipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makrandipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Makrandipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makrandipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Makrandipur
Where is Makrandipur located?
Makrandipur village is located in Ramanujnagar Tehsil, Surajpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makrandipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Makrandipur is Tiwaragudi.
What is the pincode of Makrandipur?
The pincode of Makrandipur is 497333.
What is the population of Makrandipur?
Makrandipur has a total population of 4,060, including 2,028 males and 2,032 females.
How many households are there in Makrandipur?
There are 911 households in Makrandipur.
What is the literacy rate in Makrandipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makrandipur is 48.57%. Male literacy is 59.91% and female literacy is 37.25%.