Machhad
Machhad is a village located in Jalalpore taluka of Navsari district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Jalalpore (tehsildar office) and 8km away from district headquarter Navsari. As per 2009 stats, Machhad village is also a gram panchayat.
Machhad has its own place in the vibrant Navsari 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 Machhad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Machhad is 522962. The village spans a total geographical area of 1039.77 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 396440. Navsari is nearest town to Machhad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Machhad
Population of Machhad
Below is a concise population overview of Machhad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,508 | 759 | 749 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 40 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 73 | 35 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 1,397 | 704 | 693 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 55 | 56 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Machhad village:
- The total population of Machhad village is around 1,508, including approximately 759 males and 749 females, with a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 77 children aged 0–6 years in Machhad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Machhad village has 19 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 73 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Machhad village is about 92.64%, with male literacy at 92.75% and female literacy at 92.52%.
- There are around 367 households in Machhad village.
Connectivity of Machhad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Machhad. As per the 2011 stats, Machhad 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Machhad
Knowing the nearby villages of Machhad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Machhad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Machhad
- Where is Machhad located?
- Machhad village is situated in Jalalpore Taluka, within the Navsari district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Machhad?
- Machhad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Machhad?
- The pincode of Machhad is 396440, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Machhad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Machhad is 1,508, with 759 males and 749 females.
- How many households are there in Machhad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Machhad village has a total of 367 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Machhad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Machhad is 92.64%. The male literacy rate is 92.75%, while the female literacy rate is 92.52%.