Machhi Jowa - Sultanpur Lodhi, Kapurthala
Machhi Jowa is a village situated in the Sultanpur Lodhi tehsil of Kapurthala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sultanpur Lodhi and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Kapurthala . Mullan Kala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machhi Jowa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhi Jowa is 029474. The village covers a total geographical area of 182 hectares and falls under the 144626 pincode. Sultanpur Lodhi is the nearest town.
Machhi Jowa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kartarpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machhi Jowa
According to the 2011 Census, Machhi Jowa village had a total population of 667 people, including 342 males and 325 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.76%, with male literacy at 79.30% and female literacy at 66.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 262.
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 | 667 | 342 | 325 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 57 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 262 | 132 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 414 | 226 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 253 | 116 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Machhi Jowa
Machhi Jowa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jabbo Sudhar | North | 1.24 km |
| Alahdad Chak | East | 1.35 km |
| Miani Bahadur | South-West | 1.41 km |
| Mirzapur | West | 1.73 km |
| Tarf Hazi | South | 1.90 km |
| Muketramwala | North-East | 2.12 km |
| Bhago Arain | South | 2.25 km |
| Khurd | North | 2.46 km |
| Gajipur | East | 2.73 km |
| Ladwala | North-West | 2.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machhi Jowa
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Machhi Jowa. The nearest railway station is Sultanpur Lodi, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kapurthala to Machhi Jowa is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machhi Jowa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhi Jowa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Machhi Jowa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhi Jowa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Machhi Jowa
Where is Machhi Jowa located?
Machhi Jowa village is located in Sultanpur Lodhi Tehsil, Kapurthala district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Machhi Jowa?
The Gram Panchayat of Machhi Jowa is Mullan Kala.
What is the pincode of Machhi Jowa?
The pincode of Machhi Jowa is 144626.
What is the population of Machhi Jowa?
Machhi Jowa had a total population of 667, including 342 males and 325 females.
How many households are there in Machhi Jowa?
Machhi Jowa had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machhi Jowa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhi Jowa was 72.76%. Male literacy was 79.30% and female literacy was 66.20%.