Machharda

Machharda is a village located in Kalavad taluka of Jamnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Kalavad (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Jamnagar. As per 2009 stats, Machharda village is also a gram panchayat.

Machharda has its own place in the vibrant Jamnagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Machharda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Machharda is 513845. The village spans a total geographical area of 1353.54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 361160. Kalavad is nearest town to Machharda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

When it comes to local governance, Machharda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kalavad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Machharda

Below is a concise population overview of Machharda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 590 295 295
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 68 39 29
Scheduled Castes (SC) 98 48 50
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 367 194 173
Illiterate Population 223 101 122

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Machharda village:

  • The total population of Machharda village is around 590, including approximately 295 males and 295 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 68 children aged 0–6 years in Machharda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Machharda village has 98 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Machharda village is about 62.20%, with male literacy at 65.76% and female literacy at 58.64%.
  • There are around 112 households in Machharda village.

Connectivity of Machharda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Machharda. As per the 2011 stats, Machharda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Machharda

Knowing the nearby villages of Machharda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Machharda.

Makrani Sanosara Moti Vavdi Sarvaniya Hakumati Dhundhoraji Navagam Fagas Napaniya Khijadiya Labukiya Bhadukiya Bhagat Khijadiya Pipar Nana Vadala

Frequently Asked Questions about Machharda

Where is Machharda located?
Machharda village is situated in Kalavad Taluka, within the Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machharda?
Machharda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Machharda?
The pincode of Machharda is 361160, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Machharda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Machharda is 590, with 295 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Machharda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Machharda village has a total of 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machharda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Machharda is 62.20%. The male literacy rate is 65.76%, while the female literacy rate is 58.64%.