Machahal - Keirao Bitra, Imphal East
Machahal is a village situated in the Keirao Bitra subdivision of Imphal East district, Manipur. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Keirao Bitra and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Imphal East. Bamon Kampu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machahal is 270330. The village covers a total geographical area of 123.49 hectares and falls under the 795010 pincode. Imphal is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Machahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kshetrigao Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Inner Manipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machahal
According to the 2011 Census, Machahal village had a total population of 463 people, including 227 males and 236 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.31%, with male literacy at 89.69% and female literacy at 69.81%.
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 | 463 | 227 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 33 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 322 | 174 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 53 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Machahal
Machahal 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 Machahal
Public transport in the Machahal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Machahal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Imphal to Machahal is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Imphal East to Machahal is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machahal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Machahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machahal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Machahal
Where is Machahal located?
Machahal village is located in Keirao Bitra Subdivision, Imphal East district, Manipur, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Machahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Machahal is Bamon Kampu.
What is the pincode of Machahal?
The pincode of Machahal is 795010.
What is the population of Machahal?
Machahal had a total population of 463, including 227 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Machahal?
Machahal had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machahal was 79.31%. Male literacy was 89.69% and female literacy was 69.81%.