Makhupur
Makhupur is a village located in Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Balachaur (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Makhupur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Makhupur unique in its vibrant Balachaur-Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Makhupur’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 Makhupur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Makhupur is 032494. The village spans a total geographical area of 144 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144526. Balachaur is nearest town to Makhupur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Makhupur
Population of Makhupur
According to the 2011 Census, Makhupur has a total population of about 601, with approximately 313 males and 288 females. The sex ratio is around 920 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 60 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 4 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 62.23%, with male literacy at about 78.27% and female literacy near 44.79%. There are around 126 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Makhupur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 601 | 313 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 374 | 245 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 68 | 159 |
Connectivity of Makhupur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Makhupur. As per the 2011 stats, Makhupur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Makhupur
Knowing the nearby villages of Makhupur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Makhupur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Makhupur
- Where is Makhupur located?
- Makhupur village is situated in Balachaur Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Makhupur?
- Makhupur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Makhupur?
- The pincode of Makhupur is 144526, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Makhupur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Makhupur is 601, with 313 males and 288 females.
- How many households are there in Makhupur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Makhupur village has a total of 126 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Makhupur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Makhupur is 62.23%. The male literacy rate is 78.27%, while the female literacy rate is 44.79%.