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 Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Machhauti
According to the 2011 Census, Machhauti village had a total population of 1,474 people, including 768 males and 706 females, living in 204 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.58%, with male literacy at 84.87% and female literacy at 59.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 78.
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 | 1,474 | 768 | 706 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 140 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 45 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,474, including 768 males and 706 females.
How many households are there in Machhauti?
Machhauti had 204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machhauti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhauti was 72.58%. Male literacy was 84.87% and female literacy was 59.49%.