Makhanpur - Khaira, Balasore
Makhanpur is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from Khaira and around 52 km from Baleshwar. Makhanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makhanpur is 393678. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 756047 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Makhanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Makhanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Makhanpur village had a total population of 425 people, including 221 males and 204 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.56%, with male literacy at 90.86% and female literacy at 88.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 98.
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 | 425 | 221 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 35 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 55 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 169 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 52 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Makhanpur
Makhanpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Makhanpur
Makhanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Makhanpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Soro to Makhanpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Makhanpur is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Makhanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makhanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Makhanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makhanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Makhanpur
Where is Makhanpur located?
Makhanpur village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makhanpur?
Makhanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Makhanpur?
The pincode of Makhanpur is 756047.
What is the population of Makhanpur?
Makhanpur had a total population of 425, including 221 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Makhanpur?
Makhanpur had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makhanpur was 89.56%. Male literacy was 90.86% and female literacy was 88.20%.