Makhala - Chikhaldara, Amravati
Makhala is a village situated in the Chikhaldara tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhaldara and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Makhla serves as the Village Panchayat for Makhala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makhala is 531539. The village covers a total geographical area of 733 hectares and falls under the 444807 pincode. Achalpur is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Makhala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Makhala
According to the 2011 Census, Makhala village had a total population of 1,080 people, including 548 males and 532 females, living in 258 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.79%, with male literacy at 83.40% and female literacy at 67.79%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 984.
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 | 1,080 | 548 | 532 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 78 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 984 | 492 | 492 |
| Literate Population | 695 | 392 | 303 |
| Illiterate Population | 385 | 156 | 229 |
Nearby Villages of Makhala
Makhala 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 Makhala
Makhala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Achalpur to Makhala is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Makhala is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Makhala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makhala 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 Makhala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makhala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Makhala
Where is Makhala located?
Makhala village is located in Chikhaldara Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Makhala?
The Village Panchayat of Makhala is Makhla.
What is the pincode of Makhala?
The pincode of Makhala is 444807.
What is the population of Makhala?
Makhala had a total population of 1,080, including 548 males and 532 females.
How many households are there in Makhala?
Makhala had 258 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makhala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makhala was 75.79%. Male literacy was 83.40% and female literacy was 67.79%.