Machkhal Pt II - Lakhipur, Cachar
Machkhal Pt II 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 37 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Boali Chengjur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machkhal Pt II village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machkhal Pt II is 299936. The village covers a total geographical area of 200 hectares and falls under the 788126 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Machkhal Pt II village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 II
As per Census 2011, Machkhal Pt II village has a total population of 422 people, consisting of 219 males and 203 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 123 literate and 299 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machkhal Pt II are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 422 | 219 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 58 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 123 | 63 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 299 | 156 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Machkhal Pt II
Machkhal Pt II 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 II
Machkhal Pt II 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 II is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Machkhal Pt II is about 37 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 II
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machkhal Pt II village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Machkhal Pt II
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 II village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Machkhal Pt II
Where is Machkhal Pt II located?
Machkhal Pt II village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machkhal Pt II?
The Gram Panchayat of Machkhal Pt II is Boali Chengjur.
What is the pincode of Machkhal Pt II?
The pincode of Machkhal Pt II is 788126.
What is the population of Machkhal Pt II?
Machkhal Pt II has a total population of 422, including 219 males and 203 females.
How many households are there in Machkhal Pt II?
There are 89 households in Machkhal Pt II.
What is the literacy rate in Machkhal Pt II?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machkhal Pt II is 29.15%. Male literacy is 28.77% and female literacy is 29.56%.