Machiwada - Guruharsahai, Ferozepur
Machiwada is a village situated in the Guruharsahai tehsil of Ferozepur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 24 km from Firozpur and around 24 km from Firozpur. Machhiwara -227 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machiwada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machiwada is 034776. The village covers a total geographical area of 277.21 hectares and falls under the 152002 pincode. Guru Har Sahai is the nearest town.
Machiwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Machiwada
According to the 2011 Census, Machiwada village had a total population of 336 people, including 174 males and 162 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.30%, with male literacy at 65.33% and female literacy at 57.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 200.
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 | 336 | 174 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 105 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 98 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 76 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Machiwada
Machiwada 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 Machiwada
Machiwada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Machiwada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Firozpur to Machiwada is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machiwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machiwada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Machiwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machiwada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Machiwada
Where is Machiwada located?
Machiwada village is located in Guruharsahai Tehsil, Ferozepur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machiwada?
The Gram Panchayat of Machiwada is Machhiwara -227.
What is the pincode of Machiwada?
The pincode of Machiwada is 152002.
What is the population of Machiwada?
Machiwada had a total population of 336, including 174 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Machiwada?
Machiwada had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machiwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machiwada was 61.30%. Male literacy was 65.33% and female literacy was 57.04%.