Makhror - Bharoli, Kangra
Makhror is a village situated in the Bharoli tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 76 km from Dharmsala. Gugana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makhror village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makhror is 010580. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.55 hectares and falls under the 176036 pincode. Nadaun is the nearest town.
Makhror village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Makhror
According to the 2011 Census, Makhror village had a total population of 247 people, including 117 males and 130 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,111 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.92%, with male literacy at 90.82% and female literacy at 85.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 110.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 247 | 117 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 54 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 89 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 28 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Makhror
Makhror 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 Makhror
Makhror 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Makhror is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Makhror
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makhror village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Makhror
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makhror village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Makhror
Where is Makhror located?
Makhror village is located in Bharoli Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makhror?
The Gram Panchayat of Makhror is Gugana.
What is the pincode of Makhror?
The pincode of Makhror is 176036.
What is the population of Makhror?
Makhror had a total population of 247, including 117 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Makhror?
Makhror had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makhror?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makhror was 87.92%. Male literacy was 90.82% and female literacy was 85.32%.