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
According to the 2011 Census, Makarapalli village had a total population of 828 people, including 393 males and 435 females, living in 208 households. The sex ratio was 1,107 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.64%, with male literacy at 85.19% and female literacy at 63.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 326.
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 | 828 | 393 | 435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 42 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 326 | 141 | 185 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 828, including 393 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Makarapalli?
Makarapalli had 208 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makarapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makarapalli was 73.64%. Male literacy was 85.19% and female literacy was 63.12%.