Machharda - Kalavad, Jamnagar
Machharda is a village situated in the Kalavad taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalavad and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Machharda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machharda is 513845. The village covers a total geographical area of 1353.54 hectares and falls under the 361160 pincode. Kalavad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Machharda 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 Machharda
According to the 2011 Census, Machharda village had a total population of 590 people, including 295 males and 295 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.31%, with male literacy at 75.78% and female literacy at 65.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 98.
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 | 590 | 295 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 39 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 48 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 367 | 194 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 223 | 101 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Machharda
Machharda 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 Machharda
Public transport in the Machharda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Machharda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalavad to Machharda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Machharda is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machharda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machharda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Machharda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machharda 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Machharda
Where is Machharda located?
Machharda village is located in Kalavad Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machharda?
Machharda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Machharda?
The pincode of Machharda is 361160.
What is the population of Machharda?
Machharda had a total population of 590, including 295 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Machharda?
Machharda had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machharda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machharda was 70.31%. Male literacy was 75.78% and female literacy was 65.04%.