Makri - Naina Devi, Bilaspur
Makri is a village situated in the Naina Devi tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Makri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makri is 019561. The village covers a total geographical area of 284.38 hectares and falls under the 174201 pincode. Naina Devi is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Makri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Makri
According to the 2011 Census, Makri village had a total population of 815 people, including 434 males and 381 females, living in 166 households. The sex ratio was 878 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.87%, with male literacy at 88.53% and female literacy at 74.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 234.
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 | 815 | 434 | 381 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 59 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 234 | 124 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 578 | 332 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 102 | 135 |
Nearby Villages of Makri
Makri 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 Makri
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Naina Devi to Makri is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Makri is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Makri
Where is Makri located?
Makri village is located in Naina Devi Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Makri?
Makri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Makri?
The pincode of Makri is 174201.
What is the population of Makri?
Makri had a total population of 815, including 434 males and 381 females.
How many households are there in Makri?
Makri had 166 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makri was 81.87%. Male literacy was 88.53% and female literacy was 74.32%.