Makarkenda - Palojori, Deoghar
Makarkenda is a village situated in the Palojori subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhupur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Dudhani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makarkenda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makarkenda is 355366. The village covers a total geographical area of 33 hectares and falls under the 814146 pincode.
Makarkenda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dumka Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Makarkenda
As per Census 2011, Makarkenda village has a total population of 587 people, consisting of 316 males and 271 females. The village has 100 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 329 literate and 258 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Makarkenda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 587 | 316 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 77 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 329 | 197 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 119 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Makarkenda
Makarkenda 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 Makarkenda
Makarkenda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Makarkenda is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Makarkenda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makarkenda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Makarkenda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makarkenda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Makarkenda
Where is Makarkenda located?
Makarkenda village is located in Palojori Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makarkenda?
The Gram Panchayat of Makarkenda is Dudhani.
What is the pincode of Makarkenda?
The pincode of Makarkenda is 814146.
What is the population of Makarkenda?
Makarkenda has a total population of 587, including 316 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Makarkenda?
There are 100 households in Makarkenda.
What is the literacy rate in Makarkenda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makarkenda is 56.05%. Male literacy is 62.34% and female literacy is 48.71%.