Makuri - Mori, Uttarkashi
Makuri is a village situated in the Mori tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mori and around 252 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Makudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makuri is 040198. The village covers a total geographical area of 246.21 hectares and falls under the 249128 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 114 km away.
Makuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Makuri
As per Census 2011, Makuri village has a total population of 392 people, consisting of 207 males and 185 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 184 literate and 208 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Makuri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 392 | 207 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 24 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 184 | 136 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 71 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Makuri
Makuri 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 Makuri
Makuri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Makuri is about 114 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Makuri is about 252 km, with the usual travel time around ~7.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Makuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Makuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makuri 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Makuri
Where is Makuri located?
Makuri village is located in Mori Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Makuri is Makudi.
What is the pincode of Makuri?
The pincode of Makuri is 249128.
What is the population of Makuri?
Makuri has a total population of 392, including 207 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Makuri?
There are 98 households in Makuri.
What is the literacy rate in Makuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makuri is 46.94%. Male literacy is 65.70% and female literacy is 25.95%.