Machhlai

Machhlai is a village located in Gandhwani tehsil of Dhar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from district headquarter Gandhwani. Gandhwani is the sub-district headquarter of Machhlai village. As per 2009 stats, Jalokhya is the gram panchayat of Machhlai village.

Machhlai has its own place in the vibrant Dhar 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 Machhlai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Machhlai is 475213. The village spans a total geographical area of 132.64 hectares. Dhar is nearest town to Machhlai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Machhlai

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 371 188 183
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 106 53 53
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 370 188 182
Literate Population 117 77 40
Illiterate Population 254 111 143

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

  • The total population of Machhlai village is around 371, including approximately 188 males and 183 females, with a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 106 children aged 0–6 years in Machhlai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Machhlai village has 370 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Machhlai village is about 31.54%, with male literacy at 40.96% and female literacy at 21.86%.
  • There are around 56 households in Machhlai village.

Connectivity of Machhlai

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Machhlai

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

Gungidevi Rukhibawdi Jhikanyabardi Kalukhedi Jalokhiya Ambajhiri Bijalpur Golpura Pada Madhyankot Guwal Bardi Mawad

Frequently Asked Questions about Machhlai

Where is Machhlai located?
Machhlai village is situated in Gandhwani Tehsil, within the Dhar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machhlai?
The Gram Panchayat of Machhlai is Jalokhya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Machhlai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Machhlai is 371, with 188 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Machhlai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Machhlai village has a total of 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machhlai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Machhlai is 31.54%. The male literacy rate is 40.96%, while the female literacy rate is 21.86%.