Makkepayli - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Makkepayli is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Rekhatola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makkepayli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makkepayli is 539042. The village covers a total geographical area of 181.19 hectares and falls under the 442606 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Makkepayli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadchiroli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Makkepayli
According to the 2011 Census, Makkepayli village had a total population of 70 people, including 33 males and 37 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,121 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.52%, with male literacy at 76.67% and female literacy at 53.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 70.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 70 | 33 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 3 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 33 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 23 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 10 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Makkepayli
Makkepayli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Begadi | South | 1.10 km |
| Hulondi | North-East | 1.38 km |
| Kuthegaon | West | 2.22 km |
| Horakasa | North-West | 2.39 km |
| Rakhatola | South-West | 3.12 km |
| Latzora | South | 4.38 km |
| Talodhi | West | 4.85 km |
| Gattepayli | North | 5.03 km |
| Sakhera | West | 5.10 km |
| Gaidongari | South-West | 5.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Makkepayli
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Makkepayli. The nearest railway station is Rajuli, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 123.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadchiroli to Makkepayli is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Makkepayli is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Makkepayli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makkepayli 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 Makkepayli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makkepayli 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 Makkepayli
Where is Makkepayli located?
Makkepayli village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makkepayli?
The Gram Panchayat of Makkepayli is Rekhatola.
What is the pincode of Makkepayli?
The pincode of Makkepayli is 442606.
What is the population of Makkepayli?
Makkepayli had a total population of 70, including 33 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Makkepayli?
Makkepayli had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makkepayli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makkepayli was 65.52%. Male literacy was 76.67% and female literacy was 53.57%.