Machlehar - Thural, Kangra
Machlehar is a village situated in the Thural tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Baloh (salan) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machlehar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machlehar is 011135. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.1 hectares and falls under the 176107 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Machlehar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sullah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machlehar
According to the 2011 Census, Machlehar village had a total population of 101 people, including 53 males and 48 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.11%, with male literacy at 82.61% and female literacy at 79.55%.
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 | 101 | 53 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 38 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 15 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Machlehar
Machlehar 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 Machlehar
Machlehar 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 Machlehar is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machlehar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machlehar 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 Machlehar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machlehar 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Machlehar
Where is Machlehar located?
Machlehar village is located in Thural Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machlehar?
The Gram Panchayat of Machlehar is Baloh (salan).
What is the pincode of Machlehar?
The pincode of Machlehar is 176107.
What is the population of Machlehar?
Machlehar had a total population of 101, including 53 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Machlehar?
Machlehar had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machlehar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machlehar was 81.11%. Male literacy was 82.61% and female literacy was 79.55%.