Makhthot - Todabhim, Karauli
Makhthot is a village situated in the Todabhim tehsil of Karauli district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Todabhim and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Karauli. Sehrakhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makhthot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makhthot is 076259. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.83 hectares and falls under the 321611 pincode. Todabhim is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Makhthot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Todabhim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karauli-Dholpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Makhthot
As per Census 2011, Makhthot village has a total population of 545 people, consisting of 300 males and 245 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 816 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 322 literate and 223 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 508 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Makhthot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 545 | 300 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 41 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 23 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 508 | 276 | 232 |
| Literate Population | 322 | 216 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 223 | 84 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Makhthot
Makhthot is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Monapura | North-West | 0.71 km |
| Rajor | East | 1.25 km |
| Shaharakar | North | 1.85 km |
| Sujanpura | North-West | 2.39 km |
| Ladpur | North-East | 2.81 km |
| Gajjupura | West | 2.87 km |
| Bhandari Androoni | South-East | 2.97 km |
| Edalpur | East | 3.00 km |
| Dadanpur | North | 3.28 km |
| Beejalwara | East | 3.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Makhthot
Makhthot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sikroda Mina, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Todabhim to Makhthot is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karauli to Makhthot is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Makhthot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makhthot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Makhthot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makhthot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Makhthot
Where is Makhthot located?
Makhthot village is located in Todabhim Tehsil, Karauli district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makhthot?
The Gram Panchayat of Makhthot is Sehrakhar.
What is the pincode of Makhthot?
The pincode of Makhthot is 321611.
What is the population of Makhthot?
Makhthot has a total population of 545, including 300 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Makhthot?
There are 93 households in Makhthot.
What is the literacy rate in Makhthot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makhthot is 59.08%. Male literacy is 72.00% and female literacy is 43.27%.