Maktupur - Unjha, Mahesana
Maktupur is a village situated in the Unjha taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Unjha and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Maktupur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maktupur is 509259. The village covers a total geographical area of 1254.63 hectares and falls under the 384170 pincode. Unjha 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 Unjha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahesana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maktupur
As per Census 2011, Maktupur village has a total population of 5,197 people, consisting of 2,690 males and 2,507 females. The village has 1,124 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 540 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,210 literate and 987 illiterate residents. Additionally, 606 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 49 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maktupur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,197 | 2,690 | 2,507 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 540 | 291 | 249 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 606 | 318 | 288 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 22 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 4,210 | 2,295 | 1,915 |
| Illiterate Population | 987 | 395 | 592 |
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. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Maktupur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Unjha to Maktupur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Maktupur is about 27 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 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 | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Unjha Taluka, Mahesana 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 384170.
What is the population of Maktupur?
Maktupur has a total population of 5,197, including 2,690 males and 2,507 females.
How many households are there in Maktupur?
There are 1,124 households in Maktupur.
What is the literacy rate in Maktupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maktupur is 81.01%. Male literacy is 85.32% and female literacy is 76.39%.