Makunddi - Kariasol, Dhanbad

Makunddi is a village situated in the Kariasol subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Chirkunda and around 35 km from Dhanbad. Dhobari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makunddi village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Makunddi is 362083. The village covers a total geographical area of 177 hectares and falls under the 828205 pincode. Dhanbad is the nearest town.

Makunddi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nirsa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhanbad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Makunddi

According to the 2011 Census, Makunddi village had a total population of 748 people, including 368 males and 380 females, living in 145 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.61%, with male literacy at 74.09% and female literacy at 42.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 56, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 293.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Makunddi

Makunddi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Transport and Connectivity of Makunddi

Makunddi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kalubathan, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.3 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Makunddi is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Makunddi

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makunddi village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Makunddi

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makunddi village are given below:

FAQs about Makunddi