Machhlena

Machhlena is a village located in Palampur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 40km away from district headquarter Palampur. Palampur is the sub-district headquarter of Machhlena village. As per 2009 stats, Sullah is the gram panchayat of Machhlena village.

Machhlena has its own place in the vibrant Kangra 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 Machhlena

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Machhlena is 011599. The village spans a total geographical area of 79.54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176085. Palampur is nearest town to Machhlena village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Machhlena

Below is a concise population overview of Machhlena as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 324 162 162
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 38 21 17
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 22 10 12
Literate Population 244 128 116
Illiterate Population 80 34 46

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Machhlena village:

  • The total population of Machhlena village is around 324, including approximately 162 males and 162 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 38 children aged 0–6 years in Machhlena village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Machhlena village has 22 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Machhlena village is about 75.31%, with male literacy at 79.01% and female literacy at 71.60%.
  • There are around 69 households in Machhlena village.

Connectivity of Machhlena

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Machhlena. As per the 2011 stats, Machhlena had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Machhlena

Knowing the nearby villages of Machhlena helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Machhlena.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Machhlena

Where is Machhlena located?
Machhlena village is situated in Palampur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machhlena?
The Gram Panchayat of Machhlena is Sullah (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Machhlena?
The pincode of Machhlena is 176085, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Machhlena as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Machhlena is 324, with 162 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Machhlena as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Machhlena village has a total of 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machhlena as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Machhlena is 75.31%. The male literacy rate is 79.01%, while the female literacy rate is 71.60%.