Makarhat
Makarhat is a village located in Hemtabad subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 21.3km away from sub-district headquarter Hemtabad. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Makarhat village. As per 2009 stats, Chainagar is the gram panchayat of Makarhat village.
Here you can discover what makes Makarhat unique in its vibrant Hemtabad-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Makarhat’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Makarhat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Makarhat is 309802. The village spans a total geographical area of 132.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733156. Raiganj is nearest town to Makarhat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.
Google Map of Makarhat
Population of Makarhat
According to the 2011 Census, Makarhat has a total population of about 755, with approximately 387 males and 368 females. The sex ratio is around 950 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 128 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 211 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.76%, with male literacy at about 60.47% and female literacy near 50.82%. There are around 171 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Makarhat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 755 | 387 | 368 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 65 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 211 | 106 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 421 | 234 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 334 | 153 | 181 |
Connectivity of Makarhat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Makarhat. As per the 2011 stats, Makarhat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Makarhat
Knowing the nearby villages of Makarhat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Makarhat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Makarhat
- Where is Makarhat located?
- Makarhat village is situated in Hemtabad Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Makarhat?
- The Gram Panchayat of Makarhat is Chainagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Makarhat?
- The pincode of Makarhat is 733156, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Makarhat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Makarhat is 755, with 387 males and 368 females.
- How many households are there in Makarhat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Makarhat village has a total of 171 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Makarhat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Makarhat is 55.76%. The male literacy rate is 60.47%, while the female literacy rate is 50.82%.