Makatpur - Dhanwar, Giridih
Makatpur is a village situated in the Dhanwar subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanwar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Makdiha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makatpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makatpur is 350959. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.01 hectares and falls under the 825418 pincode.
Makatpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Makatpur
As per Census 2011, Makatpur village has a total population of 446 people, consisting of 222 males and 224 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 108 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 219 literate and 227 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Makatpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 446 | 222 | 224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 50 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 219 | 123 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 99 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Makatpur
Makatpur 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 Makatpur
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Makatpur. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Makatpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Makatpur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Makatpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makatpur 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 Makatpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makatpur 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 Makatpur
Where is Makatpur located?
Makatpur village is located in Dhanwar Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makatpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Makatpur is Makdiha.
What is the pincode of Makatpur?
The pincode of Makatpur is 825418.
What is the population of Makatpur?
Makatpur has a total population of 446, including 222 males and 224 females.
How many households are there in Makatpur?
There are 66 households in Makatpur.
What is the literacy rate in Makatpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makatpur is 49.10%. Male literacy is 55.41% and female literacy is 42.86%.