Makuni

Makuni is a village located in Jama subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Jama (tehsildar office) and 13km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Palasi is the gram panchayat of Makuni village.

Makuni has its own place in the vibrant Dumka region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Makuni

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Makuni is 371833. The village spans a total geographical area of 78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814146. Jama is nearest town to Makuni village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Makuni

Below is a concise population overview of Makuni as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 650 306 344
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 113 51 62
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 4 2 2
Literate Population 329 202 127
Illiterate Population 321 104 217

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Makuni village:

  • The total population of Makuni village is around 650, including approximately 306 males and 344 females, with a sex ratio of 1124 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 113 children aged 0–6 years in Makuni village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Makuni village has 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Makuni village is about 50.62%, with male literacy at 66.01% and female literacy at 36.92%.
  • There are around 142 households in Makuni village.

Connectivity of Makuni

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Makuni. As per the 2011 stats, Makuni had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Makuni

Knowing the nearby villages of Makuni helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Makuni.

Patsara Palasi Gajanda Lakardiwani Beltikri Murlichak Murli Chak Darwechak Kori Katania Katania Muslachak

Frequently Asked Questions about Makuni

Where is Makuni located?
Makuni village is situated in Jama Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makuni?
The Gram Panchayat of Makuni is Palasi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Makuni?
The pincode of Makuni is 814146, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Makuni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Makuni is 650, with 306 males and 344 females.
How many households are there in Makuni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Makuni village has a total of 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makuni as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Makuni is 50.62%. The male literacy rate is 66.01%, while the female literacy rate is 36.92%.