Makhaniya
Makhaniya is a village located in Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Talaja (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Bhavnagar. As per 2009 stats, Makhaniya village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Makhaniya unique in its vibrant Talaja-Bhavnagar region. You’ll see Makhaniya’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 Makhaniya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Makhaniya is 516600. The village spans a total geographical area of 637.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 364140. Talaja is nearest town to Makhaniya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
Google Map of Makhaniya
Population of Makhaniya
According to the 2011 Census, Makhaniya has a total population of about 2,479, with approximately 1,252 males and 1,227 females. The sex ratio is around 980 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 334 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 177 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 55.63%, with male literacy at about 65.97% and female literacy near 45.07%. There are around 394 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Makhaniya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,479 | 1,252 | 1,227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 334 | 173 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 177 | 95 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,379 | 826 | 553 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,100 | 426 | 674 |
Connectivity of Makhaniya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Makhaniya. As per the 2011 stats, Makhaniya 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Makhaniya
Knowing the nearby villages of Makhaniya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Makhaniya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Makhaniya
- Where is Makhaniya located?
- Makhaniya village is situated in Talaja Taluka, within the Bhavnagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Makhaniya?
- Makhaniya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Makhaniya?
- The pincode of Makhaniya is 364140, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Makhaniya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Makhaniya is 2,479, with 1,252 males and 1,227 females.
- How many households are there in Makhaniya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Makhaniya village has a total of 394 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Makhaniya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Makhaniya is 55.63%. The male literacy rate is 65.97%, while the female literacy rate is 45.07%.