Makhrol - Theog, Shimla
Makhrol is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Makhdole serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makhrol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makhrol is 025179. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.16 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Makhrol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Makhrol
According to the 2011 Census, Makhrol village had a total population of 280 people, including 146 males and 134 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.84%, with male literacy at 89.23% and female literacy at 79.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 96.
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 | 280 | 146 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 50 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 207 | 116 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 30 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Makhrol
Makhrol 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 Makhrol
Makhrol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Makhrol is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Makhrol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makhrol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Makhrol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makhrol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Makhrol
Where is Makhrol located?
Makhrol village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makhrol?
The Gram Panchayat of Makhrol is Makhdole.
What is the pincode of Makhrol?
The pincode of Makhrol is 171201.
What is the population of Makhrol?
Makhrol had a total population of 280, including 146 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Makhrol?
Makhrol had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makhrol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makhrol was 84.84%. Male literacy was 89.23% and female literacy was 79.82%.