Machhun (21/21) - Nadaun, Hamirpur
Machhun (21/21) is a village situated in the Nadaun tehsil of Hamirpur district, Himachal Pradesh. Faste serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machhun (21/21) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhun (21/21) is 016838. The village covers a total geographical area of 19.93 hectares and falls under the 177044 pincode. Nadaun is the nearest town.
Machhun (21/21) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Machhun (21/21)
According to the 2011 Census, Machhun (21/21) village had a total population of 109 people, including 58 males and 51 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.74%, with male literacy at 98.00% and female literacy at 91.11%.
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 | 109 | 58 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 49 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 9 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Machhun (21/21)
Machhun (21/21) 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 Machhun (21/21)
Machhun (21/21) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hamirpur to Machhun (21/21) is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machhun (21/21)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhun (21/21) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Machhun (21/21)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhun (21/21) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Machhun (21/21)
Where is Machhun (21/21) located?
Machhun (21/21) village is located in Nadaun Tehsil, Hamirpur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machhun (21/21)?
The Gram Panchayat of Machhun (21/21) is Faste.
What is the pincode of Machhun (21/21)?
The pincode of Machhun (21/21) is 177044.
What is the population of Machhun (21/21)?
Machhun (21/21) had a total population of 109, including 58 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Machhun (21/21)?
Machhun (21/21) had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machhun (21/21)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhun (21/21) was 94.74%. Male literacy was 98.00% and female literacy was 91.11%.