Makarapalli - Buguda, Ganjam
Makarapalli is a village situated in the Buguda tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Buguda and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Manitara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makarapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makarapalli is 410362. The village covers a total geographical area of 263 hectares and falls under the 761118 pincode. Buguda is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Makarapalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Polasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Makarapalli
As per Census 2011, Makarapalli village has a total population of 828 people, consisting of 393 males and 435 females. The village has 208 households and a sex ratio of 1,106 females per 1,000 males. There are 92 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 542 literate and 286 illiterate residents. Additionally, 326 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Makarapalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 828 | 393 | 435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 42 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 326 | 141 | 185 |
| Literate Population | 542 | 299 | 243 |
| Illiterate Population | 286 | 94 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Makarapalli
Makarapalli 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 Makarapalli
Makarapalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buguda to Makarapalli is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Makarapalli is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Makarapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makarapalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Makarapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makarapalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Makarapalli
Where is Makarapalli located?
Makarapalli village is located in Buguda Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makarapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Makarapalli is Manitara.
What is the pincode of Makarapalli?
The pincode of Makarapalli is 761118.
What is the population of Makarapalli?
Makarapalli has a total population of 828, including 393 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Makarapalli?
There are 208 households in Makarapalli.
What is the literacy rate in Makarapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makarapalli is 65.46%. Male literacy is 76.08% and female literacy is 55.86%.