Makundpur - Remuna, Balasore
Makundpur is a village situated in the Remuna tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Remuna and around 19 km from Baleshwar. Kalyapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makundpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makundpur is 392981. The village covers a total geographical area of 23 hectares and falls under the 756019 pincode. Remuna is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Makundpur 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 Makundpur
According to the 2011 Census, Makundpur village had a total population of 40 people, including 25 males and 15 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 600 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.26%, with male literacy at 69.57% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19.
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 | 40 | 25 | 15 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 16 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 9 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Makundpur
Makundpur 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 Makundpur
Public transport in the Makundpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Makundpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Remuna to Makundpur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Makundpur is about 19 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 Makundpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makundpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Makundpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makundpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Makundpur
Where is Makundpur located?
Makundpur village is located in Remuna Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Makundpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Makundpur is Kalyapur.
What is the pincode of Makundpur?
The pincode of Makundpur is 756019.
What is the population of Makundpur?
Makundpur had a total population of 40, including 25 males and 15 females.
How many households are there in Makundpur?
Makundpur had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makundpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makundpur was 55.26%. Male literacy was 69.57% and female literacy was 33.33%.