Makhret
Makhret is a village located in Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 44km away from sub-district headquarter Dhanaulti (tehsildar office) and 84km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Makhret village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Makhret unique in its vibrant Dhanaulti-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Makhret’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 Makhret
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Makhret is 044260. The village spans a total geographical area of 69.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249180. Mussoorie is nearest town to Makhret village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Makhret
Population of Makhret
According to the 2011 Census, Makhret has a total population of about 477, with approximately 238 males and 239 females. The sex ratio is around 1004 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 70 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 52 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 62.89%, with male literacy at about 78.57% and female literacy near 47.28%. There are around 79 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Makhret's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 477 | 238 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 43 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 27 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 300 | 187 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 51 | 126 |
Connectivity of Makhret
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Makhret. As per the 2011 stats, Makhret 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Makhret
Knowing the nearby villages of Makhret helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Makhret.
Frequently Asked Questions about Makhret
- Where is Makhret located?
- Makhret village is situated in Dhanaulti Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Makhret?
- Makhret serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Makhret?
- The pincode of Makhret is 249180, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Makhret as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Makhret is 477, with 238 males and 239 females.
- How many households are there in Makhret as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Makhret village has a total of 79 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Makhret as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Makhret is 62.89%. The male literacy rate is 78.57%, while the female literacy rate is 47.28%.