Maktupur - Mangrol, Junagadh
Maktupur is a village situated in the Mangrol taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangrol and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Maktupur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maktupur is 514823. The village covers a total geographical area of 776.22 hectares and falls under the 362225 pincode. Mangrol is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Maktupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mangrol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maktupur
As per Census 2011, Maktupur village has a total population of 4,096 people, consisting of 2,166 males and 1,930 females. The village has 801 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 515 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,701 literate and 1,395 illiterate residents. Additionally, 527 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 493 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maktupur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,096 | 2,166 | 1,930 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 515 | 281 | 234 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 527 | 268 | 259 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 493 | 259 | 234 |
| Literate Population | 2,701 | 1,626 | 1,075 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,395 | 540 | 855 |
Nearby Villages of Maktupur
Maktupur 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 Maktupur
Maktupur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mangrol to Maktupur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Maktupur is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maktupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maktupur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Maktupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maktupur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Maktupur
Where is Maktupur located?
Maktupur village is located in Mangrol Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maktupur?
Maktupur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Maktupur?
The pincode of Maktupur is 362225.
What is the population of Maktupur?
Maktupur has a total population of 4,096, including 2,166 males and 1,930 females.
How many households are there in Maktupur?
There are 801 households in Maktupur.
What is the literacy rate in Maktupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maktupur is 65.94%. Male literacy is 75.07% and female literacy is 55.70%.