Makheri

Makheri is a village located in Karwar taluka of Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 6km away from Karwar, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Makheri village. As per 2009 stats, Shirwad is the gram panchayat of Makheri village.

Here you can discover what makes Makheri unique in its vibrant Karwar-Uttara Kannada region. You’ll see Makheri’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Makheri

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Makheri is 602612. The village spans a total geographical area of 80.46 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 581306. Karwar is nearest town to Makheri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

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Population of Makheri

According to the 2011 Census, Makheri has a total population of about 1,282, with approximately 663 males and 619 females. The sex ratio is around 933 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 115 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 155 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 38. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.46%, with male literacy at about 84.92% and female literacy near 69.47%. There are around 373 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Makheri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,282 663 619
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 115 61 54
Scheduled Castes (SC) 155 100 55
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 38 24 14
Literate Population 993 563 430
Illiterate Population 289 100 189

Connectivity of Makheri

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Makheri. As per the 2011 stats, Makheri had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Makheri

Knowing the nearby villages of Makheri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Makheri.

Frequently Asked Questions about Makheri

Where is Makheri located?

Makheri village is situated in Karwar Taluka, within the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, India.

What is the gram panchayat of Makheri?

The Gram Panchayat of Makheri is Shirwad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.

What is the pincode of Makheri?

The pincode of Makheri is 581306, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.

What is the population of Makheri as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, the population of Makheri is 1,282, with 663 males and 619 females.

How many households are there in Makheri as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, Makheri village has a total of 373 households.

What is the literacy rate in Makheri as per the 2011 Census?

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Makheri is 77.46%. The male literacy rate is 84.92%, while the female literacy rate is 69.47%.