Machhwan - Ghumarwin, Bilaspur
Machhwan is a village situated in the Ghumarwin tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Karloti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machhwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhwan is 018975. The village covers a total geographical area of 132.07 hectares and falls under the 174029 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Machhwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghumarwin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machhwan
According to the 2011 Census, Machhwan village had a total population of 532 people, including 248 males and 284 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 1,145 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.23%, with male literacy at 90.41% and female literacy at 80.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 91.
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 | 532 | 248 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 29 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 39 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 404 | 198 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 50 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Machhwan
Machhwan 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 Machhwan
Machhwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Machhwan is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machhwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Machhwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Machhwan
Where is Machhwan located?
Machhwan village is located in Ghumarwin Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Machhwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Machhwan is Karloti.
What is the pincode of Machhwan?
The pincode of Machhwan is 174029.
What is the population of Machhwan?
Machhwan had a total population of 532, including 248 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Machhwan?
Machhwan had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machhwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhwan was 85.23%. Male literacy was 90.41% and female literacy was 80.78%.