Machhail

Machhail is a village located in Barsoi subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Barsoi (tehsildar office) and 79km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Basalgaon is the gram panchayat of Machhail village.

Machhail has its own place in the vibrant Katihar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Machhail

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Machhail is 225089. The village spans a total geographical area of 81 hectares. Raiganj (wb) is nearest town to Machhail village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.

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Population of Machhail

Below is a concise population overview of Machhail as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 685 343 342
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 156 74 82
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 170 90 80
Illiterate Population 515 253 262

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Machhail village:

  • The total population of Machhail village is around 685, including approximately 343 males and 342 females, with a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 156 children aged 0–6 years in Machhail village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Machhail village is about 24.82%, with male literacy at 26.24% and female literacy at 23.39%.
  • There are around 102 households in Machhail village.

Connectivity of Machhail

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Machhail. As per the 2011 stats, Machhail had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Machhail

Knowing the nearby villages of Machhail helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Machhail.

Bajuria Bhelator Karanpur Kandhal Ghoradiha Nisarbhati Chetana Hala Basalgaon Nidhaur Kaliadangi

Frequently Asked Questions about Machhail

Where is Machhail located?
Machhail village is situated in Barsoi Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machhail?
The Gram Panchayat of Machhail is Basalgaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Machhail as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Machhail is 685, with 343 males and 342 females.
How many households are there in Machhail as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Machhail village has a total of 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machhail as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Machhail is 24.82%. The male literacy rate is 26.24%, while the female literacy rate is 23.39%.