Makoia - Mankapur, Gonda
Makoia is a village situated in the Mankapur tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mankapur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Makoia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makoia is 175938. The village covers a total geographical area of 194.86 hectares and falls under the 271302 pincode. Gonda is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Makoia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gaura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gonda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Makoia
As per Census 2011, Makoia village has a total population of 1,607 people, consisting of 835 males and 772 females. The village has 298 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 234 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 818 literate and 789 illiterate residents. Additionally, 486 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Makoia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,607 | 835 | 772 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 234 | 118 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 486 | 259 | 227 |
| Literate Population | 818 | 509 | 309 |
| Illiterate Population | 789 | 326 | 463 |
Nearby Villages of Makoia
Makoia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Buknapur | North-West | 0.63 km |
| Sonbarsa | North-West | 1.23 km |
| Sonhati | South-East | 1.23 km |
| Majhreti | North-West | 1.31 km |
| Chetra | South | 1.36 km |
| Tilma | East | 1.68 km |
| Sadkarpur | West | 1.69 km |
| Kote Khas | North-East | 1.94 km |
| Ratanpur | North | 2.06 km |
| Banganva | North-East | 2.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Makoia
Makoia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Babhnan, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gonda to Makoia is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Makoia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makoia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Makoia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makoia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Makoia
Where is Makoia located?
Makoia village is located in Mankapur Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makoia?
Makoia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Makoia?
The pincode of Makoia is 271302.
What is the population of Makoia?
Makoia has a total population of 1,607, including 835 males and 772 females.
How many households are there in Makoia?
There are 298 households in Makoia.
What is the literacy rate in Makoia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makoia is 50.90%. Male literacy is 60.96% and female literacy is 40.03%.