Makhinga
Makhinga is a village located in Palsana taluka of Surat district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Palsana (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Surat. As per 2009 stats, Makhinga village is also a gram panchayat.
Makhinga has its own place in the vibrant Surat region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Makhinga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Makhinga is 524250. The village spans a total geographical area of 451.85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 394315. Navsari is nearest town to Makhinga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Makhinga 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 Olpad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Surat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Makhinga
Population of Makhinga
Below is a concise population overview of Makhinga as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 874 | 454 | 420 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 46 | 51 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 22 | 13 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 523 | 260 | 263 |
Literate Population | 520 | 291 | 229 |
Illiterate Population | 354 | 163 | 191 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Makhinga village:
- The total population of Makhinga village is around 874, including approximately 454 males and 420 females, with a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 97 children aged 0–6 years in Makhinga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Makhinga village has 35 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 523 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Makhinga village is about 59.50%, with male literacy at 64.10% and female literacy at 54.52%.
- There are around 248 households in Makhinga village.
Connectivity of Makhinga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Makhinga. As per the 2011 stats, Makhinga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Makhinga
Knowing the nearby villages of Makhinga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Makhinga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Makhinga
- Where is Makhinga located?
- Makhinga village is situated in Palsana Taluka, within the Surat district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Makhinga?
- Makhinga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Makhinga?
- The pincode of Makhinga is 394315, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Makhinga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Makhinga is 874, with 454 males and 420 females.
- How many households are there in Makhinga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Makhinga village has a total of 248 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Makhinga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Makhinga is 59.50%. The male literacy rate is 64.10%, while the female literacy rate is 54.52%.