Makaji Meghpar

Notably, the celebrated Gujarati writer Harilal Upadhyay hailed from Makaji Meghpar. Its population is predominantly composed of Jadeja Rajputs, alongside Brahmins, Patels, and Dalits

• Name — Makaji Meghpar • Type — Village • Nicknames — Makaji Bapu na Meghpar Meghana • Subdivision Type — Country • Subdivision Name — India • Subdivision Type1 — State • Subdivision Type2 — Region • Subdivision Type3 — District • Subdivision Name1 — Gujarat • Subdivision Name2 — Saurashtra • Subdivision Name3 — Jamnagar • Subdivision Type5 — Taluka • Subdivision Name5 — Kalavad • Established Title — Makaji Bapu Na Meghpar • Established Date — 1754 • Founder — Makanji Ketoji Jadeja of Dhrol State • Named For — Makanji Jadeja • Government Type — Gram Panchayat • Governing Body — Makaji Meghpar Gram Panchayat • Leader Title — Sarpanch • Leader Name — Alabhai Gamara • Leader Title1 — Upsarpanch • Leader Name1 — B M Jadeja • Unit Pref — Metric • Area Total Km2 — 23.44 • Area Rank — 10th • Elevation M — 53 • Population Total — 1942 • Population As Of — 2011 • Population Density Km2 — auto • Population Rank — 11th • Time Zone1 — IST • Utc Offset1 — +5:30 • Postal Code Type — Postal Index Number • Postal Code — 360 110 • Area Code Type — Telephone code • Area Code — +91 02894 • Custom Label1 Sec1 — Gender ratio • Custom Data1 Sec1 — ♂1000: 976♀ • Registration Plate — GJ · 10 • Custom Label2 Sec1 — Literacy • Custom Data2 Sec1 — 74.45% (2011) • Custom Label7 Sec1 — Driving side • Custom Data7 Sec1 — Left • Custom Label3 Sec2 — Avg. Temperature • Custom Data3 Sec2 — 27 °C

• Illustration — Historic flag of Makaji Meghpar Jagir. Founded in 1754 by Makanji Jadeja, Makaji Meghpar became the administrative center—or jagir—of his chiefdom. This status continued until India's independence, during which time it fell under the jurisdiction of the Nawanagar State

Makaji Meghpar is a medium size village located in Kalavad of Jamnagar district, with total 383 families residing. The Makaji Meghpar village has population of 1942 of which 983 are males while 959 are females as per Population Census 2011. In Makaji Meghpar village population of children with age 0-6 is 259 which makes up 13.34% of total population of village. Average Sex Ratio of Makaji Meghpar village is 976 which is higher than Gujarat state average of 919. Child Sex Ratio for the Makaji Meghpar as per census is 837, lower than Gujarat average of 890. Makaji Meghpar village has lower literacy rate compared to Gujarat. In 2011, literacy rate of Makaji Meghpar village was 74.45% compared to 78.03% of Gujarat. In Makaji Meghpar Male literacy stands at 80.88% while female literacy rate was 68.01%.

In Makaji Meghpar village out of total population, 729 were engaged in work activities. 87.38% of workers describe their work as Main Work, while 12.62% were involved in Marginal activity providing livelihood for less than 6 months. Of 729 workers engaged in Main Work, 448 were cultivators while 116 were Agricultural labourer.

• Particular — Total — Male ♂ — Female ♀ • Population — 1,942 — 983 — 959 • Child (0–6) — 259 — 141 — 118 • Schedule Caste — 424 — 229 — 195 • Literacy — 74.45 % — 80.88 % — 68.01 % • Total Workers — 729 — 593 — 136

Schedule Caste (SC) constitutes 21.83% and Socially and Educationally Backward Caste constitutes 25.75% of total population in Makaji Meghpar village. The village Makaji Meghpar currently doesn't have any Schedule Tribe (ST) population. Forward Castes (Rajputs, Brahmins and Patels) constitutes 52.42% of the population of Makaji Meghpar.

Agriculture is the cornerstone of Makaji Meghpar's economy. The majority of the village's inhabitants are engaged in farming, cultivating crops such as groundnuts, millet (bajra), cotton, and wheat

The village is governed by the Makaji Meghpar Gram Panchayat, which comprises eight wards. Each ward elects a representative, and the panchayat is headed by a Sarpanch, assisted by an Up-Sarpanch. As of the latest information, Alabhai M. Gamara serves as the Sarpanch, with B. M. Jadeja as the Up-Sarpanch; the panchayat secretary is Parakramsinh Jadeja.

• Illustration — Und river at Makaji Meghpar • Illustration — Kohh no Jodd, The construction about Old native irrigation systems on Und river Situated at approximately 22.33°N latitude and 70.48°E longitude, Makaji Meghpar lies at an average elevation of 53 meters (174 feet) above sea level. The village spans an area of 23.44 km 2 and is located along the banks of the Domdi and Und rivers. It also serves as the administrative center for the Makaji Meghpar Rural Complex, which includes the neighboring hamlets of Shivnagar and Mangalpur

Gujarati is the primary language spoken in Makaji Meghpar, reflecting the village's strong regional identity. The entire population practices Hinduism, and religious life plays a central role in community life. The village is dotted with temples dedicated to deities such as Aashapura Mata, Vaidyanath Mahadev, Hanuman, and Shakti Mata. In addition, there are several devdis (small shrines) honoring folk deities like Meladi Mata, Ramdeoji, Machchho Mata, Khetaliya Naag, and Sarmariya Naag, which are integral to local traditions and beliefs. Alongside its spiritual practices, the village fosters an active sporting culture. Cricket is the most popular game, while traditional sports such as Kabaddi and Kho-Kho are also commonly played, especially among the youth.

• Illustration — RCC Road being constructed in Makaji Meghpar Makaji Meghpar connects to nearby hubs—Paddhari, Kalavad, and adjacent villages—via single-lane paved roads. The Rajkot International Airport is the nearest air travel facility, while Hadmatiya Junction and Paddhari serve as the closest railheads.