Makanpur - Deoband, Saharanpur
Makanpur is a village situated in the Deoband tehsil of Saharanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deoband and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Saharanpur. Allanpur Atla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makanpur is 110057. The village covers a total geographical area of 160.41 hectares and falls under the 247551 pincode. Saharanpur is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Makanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur maniharan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Saharanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Makanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Makanpur village had a total population of 583 people, including 316 males and 267 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 845 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.83%, with male literacy at 88.19% and female literacy at 67.63%.
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 | 583 | 316 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 417 | 254 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 62 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Makanpur
Makanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Alhanpur Atlakheri Urf Donkonwali | North | 1.12 km |
| Bilaspur Shekhupur | South | 1.82 km |
| Shivpur | East | 1.87 km |
| Kheda Mugal | South-West | 2.00 km |
| Danghera | North-West | 2.36 km |
| Sarkadi | South-West | 2.48 km |
| Kuralki Khurd | North | 2.70 km |
| Mali | North | 3.05 km |
| Gummapur | South-East | 3.06 km |
| Shahjahanpur | South | 3.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Makanpur
Makanpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chodiala, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Saharanpur to Makanpur is about 21 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 Makanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Makanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makanpur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Makanpur
Where is Makanpur located?
Makanpur village is located in Deoband Tehsil, Saharanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Makanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Makanpur is Allanpur Atla.
What is the pincode of Makanpur?
The pincode of Makanpur is 247551.
What is the population of Makanpur?
Makanpur had a total population of 583, including 316 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Makanpur?
Makanpur had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makanpur was 78.83%. Male literacy was 88.19% and female literacy was 67.63%.