Makhala
Makhala is a village located in Kegaon tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Kegaon (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Uchhala is the gram panchayat of Makhala village.
Here you can discover what makes Makhala unique in its vibrant Kegaon-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Makhala’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 Makhala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Makhala is 423675. The village spans a total geographical area of 390 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766011. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to Makhala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
Google Map of Makhala
Population of Makhala
According to the 2011 Census, Makhala has a total population of about 1,383, with approximately 678 males and 705 females. The sex ratio is around 1039 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 254 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 572 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 179. The overall literacy rate is approximately 41.29%, with male literacy at about 52.36% and female literacy near 30.64%. There are around 328 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Makhala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,383 | 678 | 705 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 121 | 133 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 572 | 278 | 294 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 179 | 91 | 88 |
Literate Population | 571 | 355 | 216 |
Illiterate Population | 812 | 323 | 489 |
Connectivity of Makhala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Makhala. As per the 2011 stats, Makhala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Makhala
Knowing the nearby villages of Makhala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Makhala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Makhala
- Where is Makhala located?
- Makhala village is situated in Kegaon Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Makhala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Makhala is Uchhala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Makhala?
- The pincode of Makhala is 766011, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Makhala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Makhala is 1,383, with 678 males and 705 females.
- How many households are there in Makhala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Makhala village has a total of 328 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Makhala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Makhala is 41.29%. The male literacy rate is 52.36%, while the female literacy rate is 30.64%.