Machaki Mal Singh - Faridkot
Machaki Mal Singh is a village situated in the Faridkot tehsil of Faridkot district, Punjab. It is located approximately 4 km from Faridkot, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Machaki Mal Singh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machaki Mal Singh is 035473. The village covers a total geographical area of 927 hectares and falls under the 151209 pincode. Faridkot is the nearest town.
Machaki Mal Singh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katkapura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Faridkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machaki Mal Singh
As per Census 2011, Machaki Mal Singh village has a total population of 2,859 people, consisting of 1,517 males and 1,342 females. The village has 554 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 305 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,523 literate and 1,336 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,503 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machaki Mal Singh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,859 | 1,517 | 1,342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 305 | 164 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,503 | 822 | 681 |
| Literate Population | 1,523 | 868 | 655 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,336 | 649 | 687 |
Nearby Villages of Machaki Mal Singh
Machaki Mal Singh is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhiman Wali | South | 2.34 km |
| Jalaliana | East | 2.82 km |
| Chak Dhiman Wali | South-West | 3.11 km |
| Kamiana | North | 3.22 km |
| Dawareana | South-East | 3.74 km |
| Phidda Khurd | South | 3.88 km |
| Ratti Rori | West | 4.21 km |
| Sangu Romana | West | 4.44 km |
| Naraingarh | East | 4.62 km |
| Daggo Romana | West | 4.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machaki Mal Singh
Machaki Mal Singh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Wanderjatana, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Faridkot to Machaki Mal Singh is about 4 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 Machaki Mal Singh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machaki Mal Singh 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 Machaki Mal Singh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machaki Mal Singh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Machaki Mal Singh
Where is Machaki Mal Singh located?
Machaki Mal Singh village is located in Faridkot Tehsil, Faridkot district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machaki Mal Singh?
Machaki Mal Singh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Machaki Mal Singh?
The pincode of Machaki Mal Singh is 151209.
What is the population of Machaki Mal Singh?
Machaki Mal Singh has a total population of 2,859, including 1,517 males and 1,342 females.
How many households are there in Machaki Mal Singh?
There are 554 households in Machaki Mal Singh.
What is the literacy rate in Machaki Mal Singh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machaki Mal Singh is 53.27%. Male literacy is 57.22% and female literacy is 48.81%.