Makdi - Bilaspur Sadar, Bilaspur
Makdi is a village situated in the Bilaspur Sadar tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Makari Markand serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makdi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makdi is 019775. The village covers a total geographical area of 128 hectares and falls under the 174033 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Makdi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Makdi
According to the 2011 Census, Makdi village had a total population of 740 people, including 384 males and 356 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.96%, with male literacy at 89.57% and female literacy at 71.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 195.
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 | 740 | 384 | 356 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 39 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 195 | 102 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 540 | 309 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 75 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Makdi
Makdi 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 Makdi
Makdi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bilaspur to Makdi is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Makdi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makdi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Makdi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makdi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Makdi
Where is Makdi located?
Makdi village is located in Bilaspur Sadar Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Makdi?
The Gram Panchayat of Makdi is Makari Markand.
What is the pincode of Makdi?
The pincode of Makdi is 174033.
What is the population of Makdi?
Makdi had a total population of 740, including 384 males and 356 females.
How many households are there in Makdi?
Makdi had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makdi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makdi was 80.96%. Male literacy was 89.57% and female literacy was 71.74%.