Machia Kalan - Ludhiana (East), Ludhiana
Machia Kalan is a village situated in the Ludhiana (East) tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ludhiana (east) and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Machhian Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machia Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machia Kalan is 033420. The village covers a total geographical area of 377 hectares and falls under the 141127 pincode. Ludhiana is the nearest town.
Machia Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sahnewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehgarh Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machia Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Machia Kalan village had a total population of 2,738 people, including 1,467 males and 1,271 females, living in 501 households. The sex ratio was 866 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.84%, with male literacy at 71.06% and female literacy at 57.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 52.
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 | 2,738 | 1,467 | 1,271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 383 | 199 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 25 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,527 | 901 | 626 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,211 | 566 | 645 |
Nearby Villages of Machia Kalan
Machia Kalan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Machia Kalan
Machia Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Machia Kalan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ludhiana to Machia Kalan is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machia Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machia Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Machia Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machia Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Machia Kalan
Where is Machia Kalan located?
Machia Kalan village is located in Ludhiana (East) Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Machia Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Machia Kalan is Machhian Kalan.
What is the pincode of Machia Kalan?
The pincode of Machia Kalan is 141127.
What is the population of Machia Kalan?
Machia Kalan had a total population of 2,738, including 1,467 males and 1,271 females.
How many households are there in Machia Kalan?
Machia Kalan had 501 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machia Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machia Kalan was 64.84%. Male literacy was 71.06% and female literacy was 57.59%.