Machhelai - Singvad, Dahod
Machhelai is a village situated in the Singvad taluka of Dahod district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from Limkheda and around 45 km from Dohad. Machhelai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhelai is 519321. The village covers a total geographical area of 578.14 hectares and falls under the 389130 pincode. Limkheda is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Machhelai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Limkheda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dahod Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machhelai
As per Census 2011, Machhelai village has a total population of 2,894 people, consisting of 1,430 males and 1,464 females. The village has 536 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 422 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,718 literate and 1,176 illiterate residents. Additionally, 205 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 591 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machhelai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,894 | 1,430 | 1,464 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 422 | 206 | 216 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 205 | 93 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 591 | 291 | 300 |
| Literate Population | 1,718 | 1,040 | 678 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,176 | 390 | 786 |
Nearby Villages of Machhelai
Machhelai 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 Machhelai
Machhelai 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Limkheda to Machhelai is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dohad to Machhelai is about 45 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 Machhelai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhelai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Machhelai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhelai 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Machhelai
Where is Machhelai located?
Machhelai village is located in Singvad Taluka, Dahod district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machhelai?
Machhelai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Machhelai?
The pincode of Machhelai is 389130.
What is the population of Machhelai?
Machhelai has a total population of 2,894, including 1,430 males and 1,464 females.
How many households are there in Machhelai?
There are 536 households in Machhelai.
What is the literacy rate in Machhelai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhelai is 59.36%. Male literacy is 72.73% and female literacy is 46.31%.