Machhian

Machhian is a village located in Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Dasua (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Machhian village is also a gram panchayat.

Machhian has its own place in the vibrant Hoshiarpur 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 Machhian

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Machhian is 030891. The village spans a total geographical area of 83 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144222. Urmar Tanda is nearest town to Machhian village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Machhian

Below is a concise population overview of Machhian as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 520 277 243
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 54 38 16
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 422 231 191
Illiterate Population 98 46 52

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Machhian village:

  • The total population of Machhian village is around 520, including approximately 277 males and 243 females, with a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 54 children aged 0–6 years in Machhian village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Machhian village is about 81.15%, with male literacy at 83.39% and female literacy at 78.60%.
  • There are around 119 households in Machhian village.

Connectivity of Machhian

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Machhian. As per the 2011 stats, Machhian 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 <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Machhian

Knowing the nearby villages of Machhian helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Machhian.

Talwandi Jattan Bahla Galowal Bagha Sarhala Khurd Pakhowal Chak Nurali Sehjowal Musa Rana

Frequently Asked Questions about Machhian

Where is Machhian located?
Machhian village is situated in Dasua Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machhian?
Machhian serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Machhian?
The pincode of Machhian is 144222, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Machhian as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Machhian is 520, with 277 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Machhian as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Machhian village has a total of 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machhian as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Machhian is 81.15%. The male literacy rate is 83.39%, while the female literacy rate is 78.60%.