Machrai
Machrai is a village located in Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Batala (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Machrai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Machrai unique in its vibrant Batala-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Machrai’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Machrai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Machrai is 028549. The village spans a total geographical area of 151 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143515. Sri Hargobindpur is nearest town to Machrai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Machrai
Population of Machrai
According to the 2011 Census, Machrai has a total population of about 1,113, with approximately 576 males and 537 females. The sex ratio is around 932 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 155 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 557 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.43%, with male literacy at about 72.05% and female literacy near 54.19%. There are around 229 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Machrai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 706 | 415 | 291 |
| Illiterate Population | 407 | 161 | 246 |
Connectivity of Machrai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Machrai. As per the 2011 stats, Machrai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Machrai
Knowing the nearby villages of Machrai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Machrai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Machrai
- Where is Machrai located?
- Machrai village is situated in Batala Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Machrai?
- Machrai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Machrai?
- The pincode of Machrai is 143515, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Machrai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Machrai is 1,113, with 576 males and 537 females.
- How many households are there in Machrai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Machrai village has a total of 229 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Machrai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Machrai is 63.43%. The male literacy rate is 72.05%, while the female literacy rate is 54.19%.