Makku - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Makku is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Makku village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makku is 042162. The village covers a total geographical area of 221.46 hectares and falls under the 246469 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Makku village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Makku
According to the 2011 Census, Makku village had a total population of 950 people, including 445 males and 505 females, living in 211 households. The sex ratio was 1,135 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.80%, with male literacy at 96.69% and female literacy at 76.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 236.
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 | 950 | 445 | 505 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 52 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 236 | 109 | 127 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 719 | 380 | 339 |
| Illiterate Population | 231 | 65 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Makku
Makku 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 Makku
Makku is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Makku is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Makku
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makku village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Makku
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makku village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Makku
Where is Makku located?
Makku village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makku?
Makku is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Makku?
The pincode of Makku is 246469.
What is the population of Makku?
Makku had a total population of 950, including 445 males and 505 females.
How many households are there in Makku?
Makku had 211 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makku?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makku was 85.80%. Male literacy was 96.69% and female literacy was 76.18%.