Machi Pora - Khansahib, Budgam
Machi Pora is a village situated in the Khansahib tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 14 km from Khansahib and around 26 km from Budgam. Zempora serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Machi Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machi Pora is 000547. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.6 hectares and falls under the 191111 pincode. Khansahib is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Machi Pora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khan Sahib Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machi Pora
According to the 2011 Census, Machi Pora village had a total population of 598 people, including 314 males and 284 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.39%, with male literacy at 70.68% and female literacy at 50.47%.
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 | 598 | 314 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 65 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 283 | 176 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 315 | 138 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Machi Pora
Machi Pora 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 Machi Pora
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Machi Pora.
| 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 Khansahib to Machi Pora is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Machi Pora is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machi Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machi Pora 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 Machi Pora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machi Pora 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Machi Pora
Where is Machi Pora located?
Machi Pora village is located in Khansahib Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Machi Pora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Machi Pora is Zempora.
What is the pincode of Machi Pora?
The pincode of Machi Pora is 191111.
What is the population of Machi Pora?
Machi Pora had a total population of 598, including 314 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Machi Pora?
Machi Pora had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machi Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machi Pora was 61.39%. Male literacy was 70.68% and female literacy was 50.47%.