Makowal
Makowal is a village located in Chamkaur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Chamkaur Sahib (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Rupnagar. As per 2009 stats, Makowal Nawan is the gram panchayat of Makowal village.
Here you can discover what makes Makowal unique in its vibrant Chamkaur Sahib-Rupnagar 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 038807. The village spans a total geographical area of 356 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140111. Chamkaur Sahib is nearest town to Makowal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Makowal
Population of Makowal
According to the 2011 Census, Makowal has a total population of about 1,455, with approximately 768 males and 687 females. The sex ratio is around 894 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 164 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 832 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 69.83%, with male literacy at about 72.14% and female literacy near 67.25%. There are around 285 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.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,455 | 768 | 687 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 91 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 832 | 437 | 395 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,016 | 554 | 462 |
| Illiterate Population | 439 | 214 | 225 |
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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 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 Chamkaur Sahib Tehsil, within the Rupnagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Makowal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Makowal is Makowal Nawan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Makowal?
- The pincode of Makowal is 140111, 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 1,455, with 768 males and 687 females.
- How many households are there in Makowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Makowal village has a total of 285 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Makowal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Makowal is 69.83%. The male literacy rate is 72.14%, while the female literacy rate is 67.25%.