Makowal

Makowal is a village located in Ajnala tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Ajnala (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Makowal village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Makowal unique in its vibrant Ajnala-Amritsar region. You’ll see Makowal’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 Makowal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Makowal is 037340. The village spans a total geographical area of 570 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143103. Ajnala is nearest town to Makowal village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Makowal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Ajnala Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Amritsar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Makowal

According to the 2011 Census, Makowal has a total population of about 1,466, with approximately 766 males and 700 females. The sex ratio is around 913 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 185 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 162 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 63.51%, with male literacy at about 67.89% and female literacy near 58.71%. There are around 276 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Makowal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,466 766 700
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 185 102 83
Scheduled Castes (SC) 162 89 73
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 931 520 411
Illiterate Population 535 246 289

Connectivity of Makowal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Makowal. As per the 2011 stats, Makowal 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Makowal

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Makowal

Where is Makowal located?
Makowal village is situated in Ajnala Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makowal?
Makowal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Makowal?
The pincode of Makowal is 143103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Makowal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Makowal is 1,466, with 766 males and 700 females.
How many households are there in Makowal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Makowal village has a total of 276 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makowal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Makowal is 63.51%. The male literacy rate is 67.89%, while the female literacy rate is 58.71%.