Machil

Machil is a village located in Kupwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 56km away from Kupwara, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Machil village. As per 2009 stats, Machil village is also a gram panchayat.

Machil has its own place in the vibrant Kupwara 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 Machil

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Machil is 000014. The village spans a total geographical area of 212.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193224. Kupwara is nearest town to Machil village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 56km away.

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Population of Machil

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,614 891 723
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 447 285 162
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 207 112 95
Literate Population 731 492 239
Illiterate Population 883 399 484

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

  • The total population of Machil village is around 1,614, including approximately 891 males and 723 females, with a sex ratio of 811 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 447 children aged 0–6 years in Machil village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Machil village has 207 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Machil village is about 45.29%, with male literacy at 55.22% and female literacy at 33.06%.
  • There are around 390 households in Machil village.

Connectivity of Machil

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Machil

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Machil

Where is Machil located?
Machil village is situated in Kupwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machil?
Machil serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Machil?
The pincode of Machil is 193224, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Machil as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Machil is 1,614, with 891 males and 723 females.
How many households are there in Machil as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Machil village has a total of 390 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machil as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Machil is 45.29%. The male literacy rate is 55.22%, while the female literacy rate is 33.06%.