Machharala
Machharala is a village located in Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Dera Baba Nanak (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Machhrala is the gram panchayat of Machharala village.
Machharala has its own place in the vibrant Gurdaspur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Machharala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Machharala is 028934. The village spans a total geographical area of 113 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143604. Dera Baba Nanak is nearest town to Machharala village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Machharala
Population of Machharala
Below is a concise population overview of Machharala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 500 | 280 | 220 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 39 | 20 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 312 | 181 | 131 |
Illiterate Population | 188 | 99 | 89 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Machharala village:
- The total population of Machharala village is around 500, including approximately 280 males and 220 females, with a sex ratio of 785 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 59 children aged 0–6 years in Machharala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Machharala village has 6 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Machharala village is about 62.40%, with male literacy at 64.64% and female literacy at 59.55%.
- There are around 88 households in Machharala village.
Connectivity of Machharala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Machharala. As per the 2011 stats, Machharala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Machharala
Knowing the nearby villages of Machharala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Machharala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Machharala
- Where is Machharala located?
- Machharala village is situated in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Machharala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Machharala is Machhrala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Machharala?
- The pincode of Machharala is 143604, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Machharala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Machharala is 500, with 280 males and 220 females.
- How many households are there in Machharala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Machharala village has a total of 88 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Machharala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Machharala is 62.40%. The male literacy rate is 64.64%, while the female literacy rate is 59.55%.