Makardhokada - Umred, Nagpur
Makardhokada is a village situated in the Umred tehsil of Nagpur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umred and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Nagpur. Makhardhokda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makardhokada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makardhokada is 536175. The village covers a total geographical area of 1946.23 hectares and falls under the 441203 pincode. Umred is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Makardhokada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Umred Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramtek Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Makardhokada
As per Census 2011, Makardhokada village has a total population of 4,845 people, consisting of 2,458 males and 2,387 females. The village has 1,096 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 579 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,065 literate and 1,780 illiterate residents. Additionally, 578 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 519 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Makardhokada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,845 | 2,458 | 2,387 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 579 | 285 | 294 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 578 | 296 | 282 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 519 | 275 | 244 |
| Literate Population | 3,065 | 1,731 | 1,334 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,780 | 727 | 1,053 |
Nearby Villages of Makardhokada
Makardhokada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Katara(rithi) | East | 2.63 km |
| Garamsur (ri) | West | 3.11 km |
| Sukli (ri) | North | 3.16 km |
| Shirpur | South-East | 3.35 km |
| Bopeshwar (ri) | East | 3.73 km |
| Surajpur (ri) | South-West | 3.86 km |
| Heoti | North-East | 4.19 km |
| Dahegaon | North-West | 4.25 km |
| Umri (ri) | West | 4.44 km |
| Pipardol | South-West | 4.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Makardhokada
Makardhokada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Umred, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.7 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 Umred to Makardhokada is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagpur to Makardhokada is about 58 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 Makardhokada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makardhokada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Makardhokada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makardhokada 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 Makardhokada
Where is Makardhokada located?
Makardhokada village is located in Umred Tehsil, Nagpur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makardhokada?
The Gram Panchayat of Makardhokada is Makhardhokda.
What is the pincode of Makardhokada?
The pincode of Makardhokada is 441203.
What is the population of Makardhokada?
Makardhokada has a total population of 4,845, including 2,458 males and 2,387 females.
How many households are there in Makardhokada?
There are 1,096 households in Makardhokada.
What is the literacy rate in Makardhokada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makardhokada is 63.26%. Male literacy is 70.42% and female literacy is 55.89%.