Makar Gaon - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Makar Gaon is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Daula Walia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makar Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makar Gaon is 049805. The village covers a total geographical area of 187.47 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Makar Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Makar Gaon
As per Census 2011, Makar Gaon village has a total population of 67 people, consisting of 38 males and 29 females. The village has 14 households and a sex ratio of 763 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 39 literate and 28 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Makar Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 67 | 38 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 16 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Makar Gaon
Makar Gaon 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 Makar Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Makar Gaon.
| 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 Pithoragarh to Makar Gaon is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Makar Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makar Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Makar Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makar Gaon 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Makar Gaon
Where is Makar Gaon located?
Makar Gaon village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makar Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Makar Gaon is Daula Walia.
What is the pincode of Makar Gaon?
The pincode of Makar Gaon is 262522.
What is the population of Makar Gaon?
Makar Gaon has a total population of 67, including 38 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Makar Gaon?
There are 14 households in Makar Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Makar Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makar Gaon is 58.21%. Male literacy is 57.89% and female literacy is 58.62%.