Makarha - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Makarha is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 78 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Makarha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makarha is 187408. The village covers a total geographical area of 192.27 hectares and falls under the 273404 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Makarha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Makarha
According to the 2011 Census, Makarha village had a total population of 2,039 people, including 1,075 males and 964 females, living in 289 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.01%, with male literacy at 78.10% and female literacy at 52.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 420.
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 | 2,039 | 1,075 | 964 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 353 | 189 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 420 | 230 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,113 | 692 | 421 |
| Illiterate Population | 926 | 383 | 543 |
Nearby Villages of Makarha
Makarha 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 Makarha
Makarha 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gorakhpur to Makarha is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Makarha is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Makarha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makarha 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Makarha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makarha 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Makarha
Where is Makarha located?
Makarha village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makarha?
Makarha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Makarha?
The pincode of Makarha is 273404.
What is the population of Makarha?
Makarha had a total population of 2,039, including 1,075 males and 964 females.
How many households are there in Makarha?
Makarha had 289 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makarha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makarha was 66.01%. Male literacy was 78.10% and female literacy was 52.63%.