Makkan
About Makkan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Makkan village is 006827. Makkan village is located in Chaurah tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 104km away from district headquarter Bhanjraru. Bhanjraru is the sub-district headquarter of Makkan village. As per 2009 stats, Sanwal is the gram panchayat of Makkan village.
The total geographical area of village is 392.04 hectares. Makkan has a total population of 520 peoples, out of which male population is 286 while female population is 234. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 818 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of makkan village is 30.77% out of which 44.41% males and 14.10% females are literate. There are about 88 houses in makkan village. Pincode of makkan village locality is 176316.
When it comes to administration, Makkan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Makkan village comes under Churah Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Chamba is nearest town to makkan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Makkan
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 520 | 286 | 234 |
| Children (0-6) | 82 | 44 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 14 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 160 | 127 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 360 | 159 | 201 |
Connectivity of Makkan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Makkan
Frequently Asked Questions about Makkan
Where is Makkan located?
Makkan village is situated in Chaurah Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makkan?
The Gram Panchayat of Makkan is Sanwal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Makkan?
The pincode of Makkan is 176316, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Makkan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Makkan is 520, with 286 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Makkan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Makkan village has a total of 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makkan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Makkan is 30.77%. The male literacy rate is 44.41%, while the female literacy rate is 14.10%.