Machhiana
Machhiana is a village located in Phillaur tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Phillaur (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Machhiana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Machhiana unique in its vibrant Phillaur-Jalandhar region. You’ll see Machhiana’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 Machhiana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Machhiana is 030244. The village spans a total geographical area of 168 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144036. Nurmahal is nearest town to Machhiana village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Machhiana
Population of Machhiana
According to the 2011 Census, Machhiana has a total population of about 207, with approximately 105 males and 102 females. The sex ratio is around 971 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 23 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 39 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 75.36%, with male literacy at about 79.05% and female literacy near 71.57%. There are around 37 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Machhiana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 207 | 105 | 102 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 23 | 16 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 156 | 83 | 73 |
Illiterate Population | 51 | 22 | 29 |
Connectivity of Machhiana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Machhiana. As per the 2011 stats, Machhiana 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Machhiana
Knowing the nearby villages of Machhiana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Machhiana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Machhiana
- Where is Machhiana located?
- Machhiana village is situated in Phillaur Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Machhiana?
- Machhiana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Machhiana?
- The pincode of Machhiana is 144036, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Machhiana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Machhiana is 207, with 105 males and 102 females.
- How many households are there in Machhiana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Machhiana village has a total of 37 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Machhiana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Machhiana is 75.36%. The male literacy rate is 79.05%, while the female literacy rate is 71.57%.