Machhalivad - Kalavad, Jamnagar
Machhalivad is a village situated in the Kalavad taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalavad and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Machhalivad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhalivad is 513814. The village covers a total geographical area of 1808.46 hectares and falls under the 361160 pincode. Kalavad is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Machhalivad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalavad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machhalivad
According to the 2011 Census, Machhalivad village had a total population of 958 people, including 484 males and 474 females, living in 177 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.72%, with male literacy at 81.95% and female literacy at 71.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 958 | 484 | 474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 74 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 636 | 336 | 300 |
| Illiterate Population | 322 | 148 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Machhalivad
Machhalivad 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 Machhalivad
Machhalivad 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 Kalavad to Machhalivad is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Machhalivad is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machhalivad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhalivad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Machhalivad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhalivad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Machhalivad
Where is Machhalivad located?
Machhalivad village is located in Kalavad Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machhalivad?
Machhalivad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Machhalivad?
The pincode of Machhalivad is 361160.
What is the population of Machhalivad?
Machhalivad had a total population of 958, including 484 males and 474 females.
How many households are there in Machhalivad?
Machhalivad had 177 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machhalivad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhalivad was 76.72%. Male literacy was 81.95% and female literacy was 71.60%.