Makranda
Makranda is a village located in Manoharpur subdivision of Pashchimi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Manoharpur (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Chaibasa. As per 2009 stats, Makranda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Makranda unique in its vibrant Manoharpur-Pashchimi Singhbhum region. You’ll see Makranda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Makranda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Makranda is 377795. The village spans a total geographical area of 848.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 833106. Raulkela is nearest town to Makranda village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Makranda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jaganathpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Makranda
Population of Makranda
According to the 2011 Census, Makranda has a total population of about 2,071, with approximately 1,088 males and 983 females. The sex ratio is around 903 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 290 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 25 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,439. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.87%, with male literacy at about 59.83% and female literacy near 36.72%. There are around 423 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Makranda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,071 | 1,088 | 983 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 290 | 147 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,439 | 730 | 709 |
| Literate Population | 1,012 | 651 | 361 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,059 | 437 | 622 |
Connectivity of Makranda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Makranda. As per the 2011 stats, Makranda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Makranda
Knowing the nearby villages of Makranda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Makranda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Makranda
- Where is Makranda located?
- Makranda village is situated in Manoharpur Subdivision, within the Pashchimi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Makranda?
- Makranda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Makranda?
- The pincode of Makranda is 833106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Makranda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Makranda is 2,071, with 1,088 males and 983 females.
- How many households are there in Makranda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Makranda village has a total of 423 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Makranda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Makranda is 48.87%. The male literacy rate is 59.83%, while the female literacy rate is 36.72%.