Machrai - Batala, Gurdaspur
Machrai is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Machrai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machrai is 028549. The village covers a total geographical area of 151 hectares and falls under the 143515 pincode. Sri Hargobindpur is the nearest town.
Machrai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri hargobindpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machrai
According to the 2011 Census, Machrai village had a total population of 1,113 people, including 576 males and 537 females, living in 229 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.70%, with male literacy at 83.67% and female literacy at 62.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 557.
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 | 1,113 | 576 | 537 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 80 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 557 | 278 | 279 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 706 | 415 | 291 |
| Illiterate Population | 407 | 161 | 246 |
Nearby Villages of Machrai
Machrai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kishan Kot | North | 1.23 km |
| Paijo Chak | South-West | 1.31 km |
| Khudi | North | 1.73 km |
| Galowal | East | 1.76 km |
| Sukala | North-West | 1.93 km |
| Khanpur | East | 2.25 km |
| Brahm | North-East | 2.47 km |
| Kaure | South-West | 3.44 km |
| Mari Buchian | South | 3.53 km |
| Bhattiwal | North-West | 3.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machrai
Public transport in the Machrai is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tanda Urmar, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gurdaspur to Machrai is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machrai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machrai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Machrai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machrai 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 Machrai
Where is Machrai located?
Machrai village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machrai?
Machrai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Machrai?
The pincode of Machrai is 143515.
What is the population of Machrai?
Machrai had a total population of 1,113, including 576 males and 537 females.
How many households are there in Machrai?
Machrai had 229 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machrai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machrai was 73.70%. Male literacy was 83.67% and female literacy was 62.99%.