Makarda
Makarda is a village located in Pingla subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Pingla are the district & sub-district headquarters of Makarda village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Dhaneswarpur is the gram panchayat of Makarda village.
Makarda has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Makarda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Makarda is 342654. The village spans a total geographical area of 232.61 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721140. Kharagpur is nearest town to Makarda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Makarda
Population of Makarda
Below is a concise population overview of Makarda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,282 | 648 | 634 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 66 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 182 | 102 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 946 | 519 | 427 |
| Illiterate Population | 336 | 129 | 207 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Makarda village:
- The total population of Makarda village is around 1,282, including approximately 648 males and 634 females, with a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 128 children aged 0–6 years in Makarda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Makarda village has 51 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 182 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Makarda village is about 73.79%, with male literacy at 80.09% and female literacy at 67.35%.
- There are around 283 households in Makarda village.
Connectivity of Makarda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Makarda. As per the 2011 stats, Makarda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Makarda
Knowing the nearby villages of Makarda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Makarda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Makarda
- Where is Makarda located?
- Makarda village is situated in Pingla Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Makarda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Makarda is Dhaneswarpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Makarda?
- The pincode of Makarda is 721140, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Makarda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Makarda is 1,282, with 648 males and 634 females.
- How many households are there in Makarda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Makarda village has a total of 283 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Makarda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Makarda is 73.79%. The male literacy rate is 80.09%, while the female literacy rate is 67.35%.