Makhwara
Makhwara is a village located in Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Sitarganj (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Rudrapur. As per 2009 stats, Sisaiya is the gram panchayat of Makhwara village.
Here you can discover what makes Makhwara unique in its vibrant Sitarganj-Udham Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Makhwara’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 Makhwara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Makhwara is 056149. The village spans a total geographical area of 177.96 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 242648. Sitarganj is nearest town to Makhwara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Makhwara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sitarganj Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Makhwara
Population of Makhwara
According to the 2011 Census, Makhwara has a total population of about 244, with approximately 125 males and 119 females. The sex ratio is around 952 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 34 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 174 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 68.44%, with male literacy at about 72.80% and female literacy near 63.87%. There are around 52 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Makhwara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 244 | 125 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 20 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 87 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 167 | 91 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 34 | 43 |
Connectivity of Makhwara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Makhwara. As per the 2011 stats, Makhwara 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 Makhwara
Knowing the nearby villages of Makhwara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Makhwara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Makhwara
- Where is Makhwara located?
- Makhwara village is situated in Sitarganj Tehsil, within the Udham Singh Nagar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Makhwara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Makhwara is Sisaiya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Makhwara?
- The pincode of Makhwara is 242648, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Makhwara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Makhwara is 244, with 125 males and 119 females.
- How many households are there in Makhwara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Makhwara village has a total of 52 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Makhwara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Makhwara is 68.44%. The male literacy rate is 72.80%, while the female literacy rate is 63.87%.