Machhan - Dharmsala, Kangra
Machhan is a village situated in the Dharmsala tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Tang Narwana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machhan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhan is 009620. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.29 hectares and falls under the 176215 pincode. Yol is the nearest town.
Machhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharamshala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machhan
As per Census 2011, Machhan village has a total population of 551 people, consisting of 269 males and 282 females. The village has 140 households and a sex ratio of 1,048 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 476 literate and 75 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 50 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machhan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 551 | 269 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 476 | 240 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 29 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Machhan
Machhan 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 Machhan
Machhan 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 Dharmsala to Machhan is about 13 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 Machhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Machhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Machhan
Where is Machhan located?
Machhan village is located in Dharmsala Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Machhan is Tang Narwana.
What is the pincode of Machhan?
The pincode of Machhan is 176215.
What is the population of Machhan?
Machhan has a total population of 551, including 269 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Machhan?
There are 140 households in Machhan.
What is the literacy rate in Machhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhan is 86.39%. Male literacy is 89.22% and female literacy is 83.69%.