Makara - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Makara is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Sendur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makara is 214117. The village covers a total geographical area of 1499.95 hectares and falls under the 231222 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Makara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Obra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Makara
As per Census 2011, Makara village has a total population of 1,788 people, consisting of 921 males and 867 females. The village has 328 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 311 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 862 literate and 926 illiterate residents. Additionally, 108 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 490 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Makara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,788 | 921 | 867 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 311 | 164 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 57 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 490 | 245 | 245 |
| Literate Population | 862 | 550 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 926 | 371 | 555 |
Nearby Villages of Makara
Makara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Labhari | South-East | 1.90 km |
| Sendur | South-West | 2.62 km |
| Pati | North-East | 4.04 km |
| Tharpathar | East | 6.87 km |
| Belawadah | West | 6.95 km |
| Soroho | South-East | 8.16 km |
| Parari | South | 8.26 km |
| Jokahi | East | 8.34 km |
| Belhatthi | North | 8.40 km |
| Badura | North | 8.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Makara
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Makara. The nearest railway station is Renukut, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 112.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Makara is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Makara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Makara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Makara
Where is Makara located?
Makara village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makara?
The Gram Panchayat of Makara is Sendur.
What is the pincode of Makara?
The pincode of Makara is 231222.
What is the population of Makara?
Makara has a total population of 1,788, including 921 males and 867 females.
How many households are there in Makara?
There are 328 households in Makara.
What is the literacy rate in Makara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makara is 48.21%. Male literacy is 59.72% and female literacy is 35.99%.