Machhasara - Amod, Bharuch
Machhasara is a village situated in the Amod taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amod and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Bharuch. Machhasara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhasara is 521964. The village covers a total geographical area of 865.17 hectares and falls under the 392110 pincode. Amod is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Machhasara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Machhasara
As per Census 2011, Machhasara village has a total population of 2,116 people, consisting of 1,047 males and 1,069 females. The village has 383 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 277 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,528 literate and 588 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 229 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machhasara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,116 | 1,047 | 1,069 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 277 | 139 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 229 | 114 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 1,528 | 806 | 722 |
| Illiterate Population | 588 | 241 | 347 |
Nearby Villages of Machhasara
Machhasara 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 Machhasara
Machhasara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Amod to Machhasara is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Machhasara is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machhasara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhasara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Machhasara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhasara 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Machhasara
Where is Machhasara located?
Machhasara village is located in Amod Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machhasara?
Machhasara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Machhasara?
The pincode of Machhasara is 392110.
What is the population of Machhasara?
Machhasara has a total population of 2,116, including 1,047 males and 1,069 females.
How many households are there in Machhasara?
There are 383 households in Machhasara.
What is the literacy rate in Machhasara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhasara is 72.21%. Male literacy is 76.98% and female literacy is 67.54%.