Makole - Sunderbani, Rajouri
Makole is a village situated in the Sunderbani tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sunderbani and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Rajouri.. Nallah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makole village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makole is 001625. The village covers a total geographical area of 319.7 hectares and falls under the 185153 pincode. Sunderbani is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Makole village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nowshera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Makole
According to the 2011 Census, Makole village had a total population of 682 people, including 361 males and 321 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.93%, with male literacy at 84.08% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 55, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 71.
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 | 682 | 361 | 321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 47 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 25 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 36 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 448 | 264 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 234 | 97 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Makole
Makole 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 Makole
Makole 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 5-10 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 Sunderbani to Makole is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri. to Makole is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Makole
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makole village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Makole
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makole 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Makole
Where is Makole located?
Makole village is located in Sunderbani Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makole?
The Gram Panchayat of Makole is Nallah.
What is the pincode of Makole?
The pincode of Makole is 185153.
What is the population of Makole?
Makole had a total population of 682, including 361 males and 321 females.
How many households are there in Makole?
Makole had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makole?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makole was 75.93%. Male literacy was 84.08% and female literacy was 66.67%.