Makail
Makail is a village located in Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.4km away from sub-district headquarter Kushmundi (tehsildar office) and 79.5km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Karanji is the gram panchayat of Makail village.
Here you can discover what makes Makail unique in its vibrant Kushmundi-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Makail’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 Makail
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Makail is 310427. The village spans a total geographical area of 214.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733132. Kaliaganj is nearest town to Makail village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Makail
Population of Makail
According to the 2011 Census, Makail has a total population of about 1,688, with approximately 868 males and 820 females. The sex ratio is around 944 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 212 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,525 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 13. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.16%, with male literacy at about 54.15% and female literacy near 39.76%. There are around 375 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Makail's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,688 | 868 | 820 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 108 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,525 | 785 | 740 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 796 | 470 | 326 |
| Illiterate Population | 892 | 398 | 494 |
Connectivity of Makail
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Makail. As per the 2011 stats, Makail had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Makail
Knowing the nearby villages of Makail helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Makail.
Frequently Asked Questions about Makail
- Where is Makail located?
- Makail village is situated in Kushmundi Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Makail?
- The Gram Panchayat of Makail is Karanji (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Makail?
- The pincode of Makail is 733132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Makail as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Makail is 1,688, with 868 males and 820 females.
- How many households are there in Makail as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Makail village has a total of 375 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Makail as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Makail is 47.16%. The male literacy rate is 54.15%, while the female literacy rate is 39.76%.