Machhaun - Loharghat, Solan
Machhaun is a village situated in the Loharghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 98 km from Solan. Lag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machhaun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhaun is 020600. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.88 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Machhaun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machhaun
According to the 2011 Census, Machhaun village had a total population of 87 people, including 45 males and 42 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.84%, with male literacy at 92.50% and female literacy at 80.56%.
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 | 87 | 45 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 37 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 8 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Machhaun
Machhaun 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 Machhaun
Machhaun is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Solan to Machhaun is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machhaun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhaun village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Machhaun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhaun village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Machhaun
Where is Machhaun located?
Machhaun village is located in Loharghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machhaun?
The Gram Panchayat of Machhaun is Lag.
What is the pincode of Machhaun?
The pincode of Machhaun is 174102.
What is the population of Machhaun?
Machhaun had a total population of 87, including 45 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Machhaun?
Machhaun had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machhaun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhaun was 86.84%. Male literacy was 92.50% and female literacy was 80.56%.