Makra - Sepau, Dholpur
Makra is a village situated in the Sepau tehsil of Dholpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 3 km from Sepau and around 25 km from Dhaulpur. Kookra Makra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makra is 075754. The village covers a total geographical area of 114 hectares and falls under the 328027 pincode. Dhaulpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Makra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karauli-Dholpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Makra
According to the 2011 Census, Makra village had a total population of 769 people, including 413 males and 356 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 862 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.34%, with male literacy at 89.44% and female literacy at 62.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 80.
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 | 769 | 413 | 356 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 91 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 44 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 471 | 288 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 298 | 125 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Makra
Makra 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 Makra
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Makra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dhaulpur to Makra is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Makra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makra 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 Makra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makra 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 Makra
Where is Makra located?
Makra village is located in Sepau Tehsil, Dholpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makra?
The Gram Panchayat of Makra is Kookra Makra.
What is the pincode of Makra?
The pincode of Makra is 328027.
What is the population of Makra?
Makra had a total population of 769, including 413 males and 356 females.
How many households are there in Makra?
Makra had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makra was 76.34%. Male literacy was 89.44% and female literacy was 62.03%.