Makhajan
About Makhajan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Makhajan village is 565686. Makhajan village is located in Sangameshwar tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 34km away from sub-district headquarter Devrukh (tehsildar office) and 73km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Makhajan village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 258.51 hectares. Makhajan has a total population of 2,316 peoples, out of which male population is 1,104 while female population is 1,212. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1097 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of makhajan village is 78.02% out of which 84.15% males and 72.44% females are literate. There are about 561 houses in makhajan village. Pincode of makhajan village locality is 415608.
When it comes to administration, Makhajan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Makhajan village comes under Chiplun Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency. Chiplun is nearest town to makhajan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.
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Population of Makhajan
The population details of Makhajan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,316 | 1,104 | 1,212 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 205 | 112 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,807 | 929 | 878 |
| Illiterate Population | 509 | 175 | 334 |
Connectivity of Makhajan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Makhajan
Where is Makhajan located?
Makhajan village is situated in Sangameshwar Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makhajan?
Makhajan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Makhajan?
The pincode of Makhajan is 415608, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Makhajan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Makhajan is 2,316, with 1,104 males and 1,212 females.
How many households are there in Makhajan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Makhajan village has a total of 561 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makhajan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Makhajan is 78.02%. The male literacy rate is 84.15%, while the female literacy rate is 72.44%.