Macharyana - Dhami, Shimla
Macharyana is a village situated in the Dhami tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from Shimla. Chanawag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Macharyana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Macharyana is 023999. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.56 hectares and falls under the 171103 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Macharyana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Macharyana
According to the 2011 Census, Macharyana village had a total population of 159 people, including 79 males and 80 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.97%, with male literacy at 95.83% and female literacy at 86.11%.
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 | 159 | 79 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 69 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 10 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Macharyana
Macharyana 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 Macharyana
Macharyana 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 Shimla to Macharyana is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Macharyana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Macharyana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Macharyana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Macharyana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Macharyana
Where is Macharyana located?
Macharyana village is located in Dhami Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Macharyana?
The Gram Panchayat of Macharyana is Chanawag.
What is the pincode of Macharyana?
The pincode of Macharyana is 171103.
What is the population of Macharyana?
Macharyana had a total population of 159, including 79 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Macharyana?
Macharyana had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Macharyana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Macharyana was 90.97%. Male literacy was 95.83% and female literacy was 86.11%.