Machhrai Kalan - Amloh, Fatehgarh Sahib
Machhrai Kalan is a village situated in the Amloh tehsil of Fatehgarh Sahib district, Punjab. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amloh and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Fatehgarh Sahib. Machhrai Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhrai Kalan is 032854. The village covers a total geographical area of 381 hectares and falls under the 147203 pincode. Amloh is the nearest town.
Machhrai Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Amloh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehgarh Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machhrai Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Machhrai Kalan village had a total population of 955 people, including 480 males and 475 females, living in 181 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.36%, with male literacy at 74.88% and female literacy at 67.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 494.
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 | 955 | 480 | 475 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 58 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 494 | 240 | 254 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 608 | 316 | 292 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 164 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Machhrai Kalan
Machhrai Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Himatgarh Channa | West | 1.51 km |
| Rajgarh Chhanna | South-West | 1.52 km |
| Machhrai Khurd | North | 1.76 km |
| Bhambrian | North-East | 1.90 km |
| Bhatton | South-East | 2.31 km |
| Baraichan | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Sherpur | South | 2.62 km |
| Dargheri | South | 2.80 km |
| Lakha Singh Wala | North | 2.81 km |
| Ali Pur Sandal | East | 3.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machhrai Kalan
Machhrai Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Govindgarh, while the nearest airport is Patiala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Fatehgarh Sahib to Machhrai Kalan is about 30 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 Machhrai Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhrai Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Machhrai Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhrai Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Machhrai Kalan
Where is Machhrai Kalan located?
Machhrai Kalan village is located in Amloh Tehsil, Fatehgarh Sahib district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Machhrai Kalan?
Machhrai Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Machhrai Kalan?
The pincode of Machhrai Kalan is 147203.
What is the population of Machhrai Kalan?
Machhrai Kalan had a total population of 955, including 480 males and 475 females.
How many households are there in Machhrai Kalan?
Machhrai Kalan had 181 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machhrai Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhrai Kalan was 71.36%. Male literacy was 74.88% and female literacy was 67.91%.