Machkhal Pt III - Lakhipur, Cachar
Machkhal Pt III is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Nutan Ramnagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machkhal Pt III village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machkhal Pt III is 299937. The village covers a total geographical area of 423 hectares and falls under the 788126 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Machkhal Pt III 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 III
As per Census 2011, Machkhal Pt III village has a total population of 316 people, consisting of 157 males and 159 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 97 literate and 219 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machkhal Pt III are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 316 | 157 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 35 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 97 | 53 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 104 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Machkhal Pt III
Machkhal Pt III 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 III
Public transport in the Machkhal Pt III 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 III is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Machkhal Pt III 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 Machkhal Pt III
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machkhal Pt III village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Machkhal Pt III
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 III village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Machkhal Pt III
Where is Machkhal Pt III located?
Machkhal Pt III village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machkhal Pt III?
The Gram Panchayat of Machkhal Pt III is Nutan Ramnagar.
What is the pincode of Machkhal Pt III?
The pincode of Machkhal Pt III is 788126.
What is the population of Machkhal Pt III?
Machkhal Pt III has a total population of 316, including 157 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Machkhal Pt III?
There are 53 households in Machkhal Pt III.
What is the literacy rate in Machkhal Pt III?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machkhal Pt III is 30.70%. Male literacy is 33.76% and female literacy is 27.67%.