Makowal

Makowal is a village located in Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Balachaur (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Makowal village is also a gram panchayat.

Makowal has its own place in the vibrant Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar 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 Makowal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Makowal is 032380. The village spans a total geographical area of 18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144522. Balachaur is nearest town to Makowal village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Makowal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 428 231 197
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 46 35 11
Scheduled Castes (SC) 324 177 147
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 291 162 129
Illiterate Population 137 69 68

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

  • The total population of Makowal village is around 428, including approximately 231 males and 197 females, with a sex ratio of 852 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 46 children aged 0–6 years in Makowal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Makowal village has 324 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Makowal village is about 67.99%, with male literacy at 70.13% and female literacy at 65.48%.
  • There are around 89 households in Makowal village.

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 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.

Paragpur Mandher Dalelpur Urf Sarowal Mutton Manewal Bir Kathgarh Hassanpur Khurd Bachhwan Jeowal Atari Aima

Frequently Asked Questions about Makowal

Where is Makowal located?
Makowal village is situated in Balachaur Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar 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 144522, 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 428, with 231 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Makowal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Makowal village has a total of 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makowal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Makowal is 67.99%. The male literacy rate is 70.13%, while the female literacy rate is 65.48%.