Machhlai - Gandhwani, Dhar
Machhlai is a village situated in the Gandhwani tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. Jalokhya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machhlai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhlai is 475213. The village covers a total geographical area of 132.64 hectares and falls under the 454446 pincode. Dhar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Machhlai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Machhlai
According to the 2011 Census, Machhlai village had a total population of 371 people, including 188 males and 183 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.15%, with male literacy at 57.04% and female literacy at 30.77%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 370.
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 | 371 | 188 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 53 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 370 | 188 | 182 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 77 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 111 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Machhlai
Machhlai 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 Machhlai
Machhlai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhar to Machhlai is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machhlai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhlai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Machhlai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhlai 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Machhlai
Where is Machhlai located?
Machhlai village is located in Gandhwani Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Machhlai?
The Gram Panchayat of Machhlai is Jalokhya.
What is the pincode of Machhlai?
The pincode of Machhlai is 454446.
What is the population of Machhlai?
Machhlai had a total population of 371, including 188 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Machhlai?
Machhlai had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machhlai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhlai was 44.15%. Male literacy was 57.04% and female literacy was 30.77%.