Makhiyav
Makhiyav is a village located in Sanand taluka of Ahmadabad district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Sanand (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Ahmadabad. As per 2009 stats, Makhiyav village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Makhiyav unique in its vibrant Sanand-Ahmadabad region. You’ll see Makhiyav’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 Makhiyav
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Makhiyav is 511589. The village spans a total geographical area of 2471.39 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 382110. Sanand is nearest town to Makhiyav village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Makhiyav village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sanand Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Gandhinagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Makhiyav
Population of Makhiyav
According to the 2011 Census, Makhiyav has a total population of about 3,887, with approximately 1,997 males and 1,890 females. The sex ratio is around 946 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 558 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 949 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.86%, with male literacy at about 69.15% and female literacy near 45.93%. There are around 757 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Makhiyav's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,887 | 1,997 | 1,890 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 558 | 309 | 249 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 949 | 511 | 438 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,249 | 1,381 | 868 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,638 | 616 | 1,022 |
Connectivity of Makhiyav
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Makhiyav. As per the 2011 stats, Makhiyav had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Makhiyav
Knowing the nearby villages of Makhiyav helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Makhiyav.
Frequently Asked Questions about Makhiyav
- Where is Makhiyav located?
- Makhiyav village is situated in Sanand Taluka, within the Ahmadabad district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Makhiyav?
- Makhiyav serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Makhiyav?
- The pincode of Makhiyav is 382110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Makhiyav as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Makhiyav is 3,887, with 1,997 males and 1,890 females.
- How many households are there in Makhiyav as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Makhiyav village has a total of 757 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Makhiyav as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Makhiyav is 57.86%. The male literacy rate is 69.15%, while the female literacy rate is 45.93%.