Makdala - Deodar, Vav-Tharad
Makdala is a village situated in the Deodar taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from Deodar and around 100 km from Palanpur. Makdala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makdala is 508389. The village covers a total geographical area of 895.58 hectares and falls under the 385535 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Makdala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Makdala
As per Census 2011, Makdala village has a total population of 2,394 people, consisting of 1,201 males and 1,193 females. The village has 384 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 418 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,175 literate and 1,219 illiterate residents. Additionally, 404 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 140 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Makdala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,394 | 1,201 | 1,193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 418 | 203 | 215 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 404 | 208 | 196 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 68 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 1,175 | 721 | 454 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,219 | 480 | 739 |
Nearby Villages of Makdala
Makdala 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 Makdala
Public transport in the Makdala is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tharad to Makdala is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Makdala is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Makdala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makdala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Makdala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makdala 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Makdala
Where is Makdala located?
Makdala village is located in Deodar Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makdala?
Makdala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Makdala?
The pincode of Makdala is 385535.
What is the population of Makdala?
Makdala has a total population of 2,394, including 1,201 males and 1,193 females.
How many households are there in Makdala?
There are 384 households in Makdala.
What is the literacy rate in Makdala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makdala is 49.08%. Male literacy is 60.03% and female literacy is 38.06%.