Makhwara - Sitarganj, Udham Singh Nagar
Makhwara is a village situated in the Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitarganj and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Kanthgri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makhwara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makhwara is 056149. The village covers a total geographical area of 177.96 hectares and falls under the 263148 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Makhwara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sitarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Makhwara
According to the 2011 Census, Makhwara village had a total population of 244 people, including 125 males and 119 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.52%, with male literacy at 86.67% and female literacy at 72.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 174.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 167 | 91 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 34 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Makhwara
Makhwara 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 Makhwara
Makhwara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitarganj to Makhwara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Makhwara is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Makhwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makhwara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Makhwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makhwara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Makhwara
Where is Makhwara located?
Makhwara village is located in Sitarganj Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Makhwara?
The Gram Panchayat of Makhwara is Kanthgri.
What is the pincode of Makhwara?
The pincode of Makhwara is 263148.
What is the population of Makhwara?
Makhwara had a total population of 244, including 125 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Makhwara?
Makhwara had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makhwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makhwara was 79.52%. Male literacy was 86.67% and female literacy was 72.38%.