Makari - Dhami, Shimla
Makari is a village situated in the Dhami tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from Shimla. Okhru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makari is 024230. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.05 hectares and falls under the 171103 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Makari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Makari
According to the 2011 Census, Makari village had a total population of 115 people, including 56 males and 59 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,054 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.50%, with male literacy at 83.67% and female literacy at 83.33%.
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 | 115 | 56 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 41 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 15 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Makari
Makari 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 Makari
Makari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Makari is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Makari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Makari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Makari
Where is Makari located?
Makari village is located in Dhami Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makari?
The Gram Panchayat of Makari is Okhru.
What is the pincode of Makari?
The pincode of Makari is 171103.
What is the population of Makari?
Makari had a total population of 115, including 56 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Makari?
Makari had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makari was 83.50%. Male literacy was 83.67% and female literacy was 83.33%.