Machhauti - Daraundha, Siwan
Machhauti is a village situated in the Daraundha subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daraundha and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Pakawaliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machhauti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhauti is 232702. The village covers a total geographical area of 99 hectares and falls under the 841226 pincode. Maharajganj is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Machhauti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Machhauti
As per Census 2011, Machhauti village has a total population of 1,474 people, consisting of 768 males and 706 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 256 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 884 literate and 590 illiterate residents. Additionally, 78 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machhauti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,474 | 768 | 706 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 140 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 45 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 884 | 533 | 351 |
| Illiterate Population | 590 | 235 | 355 |
Nearby Villages of Machhauti
Machhauti is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Machhauta | North-East | 0.88 km |
| Rasulpur | South-West | 1.42 km |
| Sherpur | East | 1.59 km |
| Pachhwari Harsar | South | 1.65 km |
| Parauli | North-West | 1.88 km |
| Milki Madhwapur | South | 2.03 km |
| Phalpura | West | 2.14 km |
| Harsar | South-East | 2.18 km |
| Dhebar | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Bishambharpur | West | 2.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machhauti
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Machhauti. The nearest railway station is Duraundha Jn, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Maharajganj to Machhauti is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siwan to Machhauti is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machhauti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhauti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Machhauti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhauti 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Machhauti
Where is Machhauti located?
Machhauti village is located in Daraundha Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machhauti?
The Gram Panchayat of Machhauti is Pakawaliya.
What is the pincode of Machhauti?
The pincode of Machhauti is 841226.
What is the population of Machhauti?
Machhauti has a total population of 1,474, including 768 males and 706 females.
How many households are there in Machhauti?
There are 204 households in Machhauti.
What is the literacy rate in Machhauti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhauti is 59.97%. Male literacy is 69.40% and female literacy is 49.72%.