Makundapur - Remuna, Balasore
Makundapur is a village situated in the Remuna tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Remuna and around 12 km from Baleshwar. Patripal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makundapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makundapur is 393054. The village covers a total geographical area of 119 hectares and falls under the 756019 pincode. Remuna is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Makundapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Remuna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Makundapur
As per Census 2011, Makundapur village has a total population of 995 people, consisting of 497 males and 498 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 155 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 620 literate and 375 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 156 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Makundapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 995 | 497 | 498 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 78 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 156 | 75 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 620 | 345 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 152 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Makundapur
Makundapur 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 Makundapur
Makundapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Makundapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Remuna to Makundapur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Makundapur is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Makundapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makundapur 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Makundapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makundapur 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Makundapur
Where is Makundapur located?
Makundapur village is located in Remuna Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makundapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Makundapur is Patripal.
What is the pincode of Makundapur?
The pincode of Makundapur is 756019.
What is the population of Makundapur?
Makundapur has a total population of 995, including 497 males and 498 females.
How many households are there in Makundapur?
There are 204 households in Makundapur.
What is the literacy rate in Makundapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makundapur is 62.31%. Male literacy is 69.42% and female literacy is 55.22%.