Machhiwara - Firozpur, Ferozepur
Machhiwara is a village situated in the Firozpur tehsil of Ferozepur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 6 km from Firozpur and around 5 km from Firozpur. Basti Sodaghar Singh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machhiwara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhiwara is 034620. The village covers a total geographical area of 118 hectares and falls under the 152002 pincode. Firozpur is the nearest town.
Machhiwara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Firozpur City Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Firozpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machhiwara
According to the 2011 Census, Machhiwara village had a total population of 1,353 people, including 687 males and 666 females, living in 208 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.84%, with male literacy at 71.38% and female literacy at 55.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 508.
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 | 1,353 | 687 | 666 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 86 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 508 | 247 | 261 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 745 | 429 | 316 |
| Illiterate Population | 608 | 258 | 350 |
Nearby Villages of Machhiwara
Machhiwara 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 Machhiwara
Machhiwara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Machhiwara.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Firozpur to Machhiwara is about 5 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 Machhiwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhiwara 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Machhiwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhiwara 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 Machhiwara
Where is Machhiwara located?
Machhiwara village is located in Firozpur Tehsil, Ferozepur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machhiwara?
The Gram Panchayat of Machhiwara is Basti Sodaghar Singh.
What is the pincode of Machhiwara?
The pincode of Machhiwara is 152002.
What is the population of Machhiwara?
Machhiwara had a total population of 1,353, including 687 males and 666 females.
How many households are there in Machhiwara?
Machhiwara had 208 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machhiwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhiwara was 63.84%. Male literacy was 71.38% and female literacy was 55.83%.