Makha

Makha is a village located in Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Mukerian (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Makha village is also a gram panchayat.

Makha has its own place in the vibrant Hoshiarpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Makha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Makha is 031063. The village spans a total geographical area of 79 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144214. Mukerian is nearest town to Makha village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Makha

Below is a concise population overview of Makha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 703 355 348
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 71 38 33
Scheduled Castes (SC) 578 299 279
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 523 277 246
Illiterate Population 180 78 102

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Makha village:

  • The total population of Makha village is around 703, including approximately 355 males and 348 females, with a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 71 children aged 0–6 years in Makha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Makha village has 578 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Makha village is about 74.40%, with male literacy at 78.03% and female literacy at 70.69%.
  • There are around 134 households in Makha village.

Connectivity of Makha

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

Nearby Villages of Makha

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

Sherpur Aima Mangat Pind Sahibka Gaunspur Devi Dass Langah Aulia Jamalpur Khurd Sihan Dhanoya Muradpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Makha

Where is Makha located?
Makha village is situated in Mukerian Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makha?
Makha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Makha?
The pincode of Makha is 144214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Makha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Makha is 703, with 355 males and 348 females.
How many households are there in Makha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Makha village has a total of 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Makha is 74.40%. The male literacy rate is 78.03%, while the female literacy rate is 70.69%.