Makhanpur - Jakhania, Ghazipur
Makhanpur is a village situated in the Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakhanian and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Makhanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makhanpur is 203432. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.65 hectares and falls under the 275203 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town.
Makhanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jakhanian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Makhanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Makhanpur village had a total population of 729 people, including 341 males and 388 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 1,138 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.08%, with male literacy at 89.55% and female literacy at 65.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 219, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 729 | 341 | 388 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 73 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 219 | 104 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 458 | 240 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 271 | 101 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Makhanpur
Makhanpur 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 Makhanpur
Makhanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Makhanpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ghazipur to Makhanpur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Makhanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makhanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Makhanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makhanpur 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 Makhanpur
Where is Makhanpur located?
Makhanpur village is located in Jakhania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makhanpur?
Makhanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Makhanpur?
The pincode of Makhanpur is 275203.
What is the population of Makhanpur?
Makhanpur had a total population of 729, including 341 males and 388 females.
How many households are there in Makhanpur?
Makhanpur had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makhanpur was 76.08%. Male literacy was 89.55% and female literacy was 65.27%.