Makhawad
Makhawad is a village located in Gulana tehsil of Shajapur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Gulana (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Shajapur. As per 2009 stats, Makhavad is the gram panchayat of Makhawad village.
Here you can discover what makes Makhawad unique in its vibrant Gulana-Shajapur region. You’ll see Makhawad’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 Makhawad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Makhawad is 472877. The village spans a total geographical area of 1020.31 hectares. Akodia is nearest town to Makhawad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Makhawad
Population of Makhawad
According to the 2011 Census, Makhawad has a total population of about 1,704, with approximately 908 males and 796 females. The sex ratio is around 876 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 207 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 723 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.09%, with male literacy at about 74.67% and female literacy near 43.47%. There are around 344 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Makhawad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,704 | 908 | 796 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 109 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 723 | 381 | 342 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,024 | 678 | 346 |
| Illiterate Population | 680 | 230 | 450 |
Connectivity of Makhawad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Makhawad. As per the 2011 stats, Makhawad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Makhawad
Knowing the nearby villages of Makhawad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Makhawad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Makhawad
- Where is Makhawad located?
- Makhawad village is situated in Gulana Tehsil, within the Shajapur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Makhawad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Makhawad is Makhavad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Makhawad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Makhawad is 1,704, with 908 males and 796 females.
- How many households are there in Makhawad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Makhawad village has a total of 344 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Makhawad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Makhawad is 60.09%. The male literacy rate is 74.67%, while the female literacy rate is 43.47%.