Makanur - Ranibennur, Haveri
Makanur is a village situated in the Ranibennur taluka of Haveri district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranibennur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Haveri. Makanur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makanur is 604564. The village covers a total geographical area of 1367.02 hectares and falls under the 581123 pincode. Harihar is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Makanur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranibennur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Haveri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Makanur
As per Census 2011, Makanur village has a total population of 4,891 people, consisting of 2,522 males and 2,369 females. The village has 973 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 555 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,470 literate and 1,421 illiterate residents. Additionally, 446 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 229 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Makanur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,891 | 2,522 | 2,369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 555 | 302 | 253 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 446 | 232 | 214 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 229 | 105 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 3,470 | 1,954 | 1,516 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,421 | 568 | 853 |
Nearby Villages of Makanur
Makanur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Yennihosahalli | North-West | 2.92 km |
| Nagenahalli | South-West | 2.94 km |
| Kawalettu (ct) | East | 2.95 km |
| Waderayanahalli | North-East | 3.32 km |
| Rajanahalli | South | 3.59 km |
| Thimlapura | South | 4.02 km |
| Halasabalu | South-East | 4.26 km |
| Kodiyal (ct) | East | 4.59 km |
| Taredahalli | West | 4.63 km |
| Hanumanahalli | West | 4.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Makanur
Makanur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kumara Patnam Bg Sdg, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Harihar to Makanur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Haveri to Makanur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Makanur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makanur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Makanur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makanur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Makanur
Where is Makanur located?
Makanur village is located in Ranibennur Taluka, Haveri district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makanur?
Makanur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Makanur?
The pincode of Makanur is 581123.
What is the population of Makanur?
Makanur has a total population of 4,891, including 2,522 males and 2,369 females.
How many households are there in Makanur?
There are 973 households in Makanur.
What is the literacy rate in Makanur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makanur is 70.95%. Male literacy is 77.48% and female literacy is 63.99%.