Makegaon - Ambejogai, Beed
Makegaon is a village situated in the Ambejogai tehsil of Beed district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from Ambejogai and around 105 km from Bid. Makegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makegaon is 560002. The village covers a total geographical area of 501.09 hectares and falls under the 431517 pincode. Ambejogai is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Makegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaij Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Beed Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Makegaon
As per Census 2011, Makegaon village has a total population of 1,239 people, consisting of 617 males and 622 females. The village has 249 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 151 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 885 literate and 354 illiterate residents. Additionally, 342 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Makegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,239 | 617 | 622 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 78 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 342 | 170 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 885 | 479 | 406 |
| Illiterate Population | 354 | 138 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Makegaon
Makegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Somnath Borgaon | South-West | 2.31 km |
| Kolkanadi | North | 2.36 km |
| Hiwara Kh | North-West | 2.39 km |
| Nandadi | East | 2.75 km |
| Kumbephal | North-East | 4.29 km |
| Warapgaon | North | 4.36 km |
| Anjanpur | South | 4.67 km |
| Kaudgaon | West | 5.36 km |
| Kopra | South | 5.54 km |
| Lokhandi Sawargaon | North | 6.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Makegaon
Public transport in the Makegaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Neoli, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambejogai to Makegaon is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bid to Makegaon is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Makegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makegaon 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 Makegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makegaon 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 Makegaon
Where is Makegaon located?
Makegaon village is located in Ambejogai Tehsil, Beed district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makegaon?
Makegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Makegaon?
The pincode of Makegaon is 431517.
What is the population of Makegaon?
Makegaon has a total population of 1,239, including 617 males and 622 females.
How many households are there in Makegaon?
There are 249 households in Makegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Makegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makegaon is 71.43%. Male literacy is 77.63% and female literacy is 65.27%.