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
According to the 2011 Census, Makarkenda village had a total population of 587 people, including 316 males and 271 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 858 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.27%, with male literacy at 82.43% and female literacy at 62.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 24.
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 | 587 | 316 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 77 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 587, including 316 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Makarkenda?
Makarkenda had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makarkenda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makarkenda was 73.27%. Male literacy was 82.43% and female literacy was 62.86%.