Machkhal Pt I - Lakhipur, Cachar
Machkhal Pt I is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Boali Chengjur serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Machkhal Pt I village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machkhal Pt I is 299935. The village covers a total geographical area of 204 hectares and falls under the 788126 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Machkhal Pt I village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakhipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machkhal Pt I
According to the 2011 Census, Machkhal Pt I village had a total population of 1,211 people, including 632 males and 579 females, living in 259 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.63%, with male literacy at 69.23% and female literacy at 40.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 141.
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 | 1,211 | 632 | 579 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 112 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 69 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 553 | 360 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 658 | 272 | 386 |
Nearby Villages of Machkhal Pt I
Machkhal Pt I 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 Machkhal Pt I
Machkhal Pt I is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhipur to Machkhal Pt I is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Machkhal Pt I is about 36 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 Machkhal Pt I
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machkhal Pt I 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 Machkhal Pt I
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machkhal Pt I 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Machkhal Pt I
Where is Machkhal Pt I located?
Machkhal Pt I village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Machkhal Pt I?
The Gaon Panchayat of Machkhal Pt I is Boali Chengjur.
What is the pincode of Machkhal Pt I?
The pincode of Machkhal Pt I is 788126.
What is the population of Machkhal Pt I?
Machkhal Pt I had a total population of 1,211, including 632 males and 579 females.
How many households are there in Machkhal Pt I?
Machkhal Pt I had 259 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machkhal Pt I?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machkhal Pt I was 55.63%. Male literacy was 69.23% and female literacy was 40.72%.