Makarkonda - Ranishwar, Dumka
Makarkonda is a village situated in the Ranishwar subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranishwar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Gobindpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makarkonda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makarkonda is 371255. The village covers a total geographical area of 6 hectares and falls under the 814148 pincode.
Makarkonda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Makarkonda
Makarkonda 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:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gobindpur Chhit | South | 0.38 km |
| Dumra | North-East | 0.58 km |
| Adekha | South-West | 0.91 km |
| Babuganj | North-West | 1.16 km |
| Mahulpur | South-East | 1.22 km |
| Harjora | North | 1.23 km |
| Lakrabinda | South-West | 1.89 km |
| Maheshbathan | North-East | 1.96 km |
| Husenganj | North-West | 2.02 km |
| Chakberla | North | 2.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Makarkonda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Makarkonda. The nearest railway station is Siuri, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Makarkonda is about 40 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 Makarkonda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makarkonda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Makarkonda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makarkonda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Makarkonda
Where is Makarkonda located?
Makarkonda village is located in Ranishwar Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makarkonda?
The Gram Panchayat of Makarkonda is Gobindpur.
What is the pincode of Makarkonda?
The pincode of Makarkonda is 814148.