Makrampur - Sonarpur, South 24 Parganas
Makrampur is a village situated in the Sonarpur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.2 km from Rajpur and around 38.1 km from Alipore. Pratapnagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makrampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makrampur is 333604. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.48 hectares and falls under the 700150 pincode. Sonarpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Makrampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonarpur Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Makrampur
According to the 2011 Census, Makrampur village had a total population of 1,810 people, including 931 males and 879 females, living in 355 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.93%, with male literacy at 87.21% and female literacy at 78.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 420.
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 | 1,810 | 931 | 879 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 118 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 420 | 217 | 203 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,317 | 709 | 608 |
| Illiterate Population | 493 | 222 | 271 |
Nearby Villages of Makrampur
Makrampur 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 Makrampur
Makrampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Makrampur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonarpur to Makrampur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Makrampur is about 38.1 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Makrampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makrampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Makrampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makrampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Makrampur
Where is Makrampur located?
Makrampur village is located in Sonarpur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makrampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Makrampur is Pratapnagar.
What is the pincode of Makrampur?
The pincode of Makrampur is 700150.
What is the population of Makrampur?
Makrampur had a total population of 1,810, including 931 males and 879 females.
How many households are there in Makrampur?
Makrampur had 355 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makrampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makrampur was 82.93%. Male literacy was 87.21% and female literacy was 78.45%.