Makunda - Sisai, Gumla
Makunda is a village situated in the Sisai subdivision of Gumla district, Jharkhand. Bargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makunda is 375677. The village covers a total geographical area of 454 hectares and falls under the 835824 pincode.
Makunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sisai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lohardaga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Makunda
As per Census 2011, Makunda village has a total population of 849 people, consisting of 405 males and 444 females. The village has 192 households and a sex ratio of 1,096 females per 1,000 males. There are 150 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 492 literate and 357 illiterate residents. Additionally, 519 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Makunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 849 | 405 | 444 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 68 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 519 | 249 | 270 |
| Literate Population | 492 | 277 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 357 | 128 | 229 |
Nearby Villages of Makunda
Makunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Songra | South | 1.49 km |
| Bargaon | East | 2.74 km |
| Kachapara | West | 2.82 km |
| Duko | North | 3.62 km |
| Arangi | West | 4.11 km |
| Lodgo | North-West | 4.26 km |
| Kamta | South | 4.54 km |
| Murgu | South | 4.92 km |
| Jalka | North | 4.95 km |
| Palma | West | 5.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Makunda
Public transport in the Makunda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Irgaon, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Makunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makunda 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 Makunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Makunda
Where is Makunda located?
Makunda village is located in Sisai Subdivision, Gumla district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Makunda is Bargaon.
What is the pincode of Makunda?
The pincode of Makunda is 835824.
What is the population of Makunda?
Makunda has a total population of 849, including 405 males and 444 females.
How many households are there in Makunda?
There are 192 households in Makunda.
What is the literacy rate in Makunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makunda is 57.95%. Male literacy is 68.40% and female literacy is 48.42%.