Makhua - Tamkuhi Raj, Kushinagar
Makhua is a village situated in the Tamkuhi Raj tehsil of Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tamkuhi Raj and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Kushinagar. Makhua village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makhua is 189587. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.84 hectares and falls under the 274407 pincode. Kushinagar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Makhua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tamkuhi raj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Deoria Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Makhua
As per Census 2011, Makhua village has a total population of 1,550 people, consisting of 810 males and 740 females. The village has 236 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 244 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 856 literate and 694 illiterate residents. Additionally, 329 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 210 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Makhua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,550 | 810 | 740 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 133 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 329 | 162 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 210 | 108 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 856 | 511 | 345 |
| Illiterate Population | 694 | 299 | 395 |
Nearby Villages of Makhua
Makhua is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Makhua
Public transport in the Makhua is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Makhua.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kushinagar to Makhua is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kushinagar to Makhua is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Makhua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makhua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Makhua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makhua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Makhua
Where is Makhua located?
Makhua village is located in Tamkuhi Raj Tehsil, Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makhua?
Makhua is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Makhua?
The pincode of Makhua is 274407.
What is the population of Makhua?
Makhua has a total population of 1,550, including 810 males and 740 females.
How many households are there in Makhua?
There are 236 households in Makhua.
What is the literacy rate in Makhua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makhua is 55.23%. Male literacy is 63.09% and female literacy is 46.62%.