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.
Here you can discover what makes Makha unique in its vibrant Mukerian-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Makha’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 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.
Google Map of Makha
Population of Makha
According to the 2011 Census, Makha has a total population of about 703, with approximately 355 males and 348 females. The sex ratio is around 980 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 71 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 578 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 74.40%, with male literacy at about 78.03% and female literacy near 70.69%. There are around 134 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Makha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.