Makarchha - Sunni, Shimla
Makarchha is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from Shimla. Shakrori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makarchha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makarchha is 024073. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Makarchha 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 Makarchha
According to the 2011 Census, Makarchha village had a total population of 379 people, including 178 males and 201 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 1,129 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.00%, with male literacy at 93.63% and female literacy at 77.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 109.
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 | 379 | 178 | 201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 59 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 289 | 147 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 31 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Makarchha
Makarchha 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 Makarchha
Makarchha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Shimla to Makarchha is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Makarchha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makarchha 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Makarchha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makarchha 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 Makarchha
Where is Makarchha located?
Makarchha village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makarchha?
The Gram Panchayat of Makarchha is Shakrori.
What is the pincode of Makarchha?
The pincode of Makarchha is 171301.
What is the population of Makarchha?
Makarchha had a total population of 379, including 178 males and 201 females.
How many households are there in Makarchha?
Makarchha had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makarchha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makarchha was 85.00%. Male literacy was 93.63% and female literacy was 77.60%.