Makriana - Shimla ( Rural ), Shimla
Makriana is a village situated in the Shimla ( Rural ) tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from Shimla. Dummi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makriana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makriana is 024634. The village covers a total geographical area of 10 hectares and falls under the 171001 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Makriana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Makriana
According to the 2011 Census, Makriana village had a total population of 20 people, including 12 males and 8 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 667 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.74%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 85.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 2 | 0 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Makriana
Makriana 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 Makriana
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Makriana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Makriana is about 19 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 Makriana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makriana 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Makriana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makriana 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 Makriana
Where is Makriana located?
Makriana village is located in Shimla ( Rural ) Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makriana?
The Gram Panchayat of Makriana is Dummi.
What is the pincode of Makriana?
The pincode of Makriana is 171001.
What is the population of Makriana?
Makriana had a total population of 20, including 12 males and 8 females.
How many households are there in Makriana?
Makriana had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makriana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makriana was 94.74%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 85.71%.