Machhava - Kheralu, Mahesana
Machhava is a village situated in the Kheralu taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kheralu and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Machhava village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhava is 509226. The village covers a total geographical area of 775.84 hectares and falls under the 384130 pincode. Kheralu is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Machhava village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kheralu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machhava
As per Census 2011, Machhava village has a total population of 1,529 people, consisting of 781 males and 748 females. The village has 311 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 197 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,058 literate and 471 illiterate residents. Additionally, 117 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machhava are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,529 | 781 | 748 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 103 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 59 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 1,058 | 601 | 457 |
| Illiterate Population | 471 | 180 | 291 |
Nearby Villages of Machhava
Machhava 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 Machhava
Public transport in the Machhava is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Machhava.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kheralu to Machhava is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Machhava is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machhava
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhava 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 Machhava
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhava 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Machhava
Where is Machhava located?
Machhava village is located in Kheralu Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machhava?
Machhava is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Machhava?
The pincode of Machhava is 384130.
What is the population of Machhava?
Machhava has a total population of 1,529, including 781 males and 748 females.
How many households are there in Machhava?
There are 311 households in Machhava.
What is the literacy rate in Machhava?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhava is 69.20%. Male literacy is 76.95% and female literacy is 61.10%.