Machhiwara Kham - Samrala, Ludhiana
Machhiwara Kham is a village situated in the Samrala tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samrala and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Machhiwara Kham village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhiwara Kham is 032986. The village covers a total geographical area of 395 hectares and falls under the 141121 pincode. Machhiwara is the nearest town.
Machhiwara Kham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Machhiwara Kham
According to the 2011 Census, Machhiwara Kham village had a total population of 1,213 people, including 636 males and 577 females, living in 211 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.51%, with male literacy at 83.92% and female literacy at 74.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 251.
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 | 1,213 | 636 | 577 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 64 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 251 | 133 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 869 | 480 | 389 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 156 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Machhiwara Kham
Machhiwara Kham 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 Machhiwara Kham
Public transport in the Machhiwara Kham is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Machhiwara Kham.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Machhiwara Kham is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machhiwara Kham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhiwara Kham village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Machhiwara Kham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhiwara Kham village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Machhiwara Kham
Where is Machhiwara Kham located?
Machhiwara Kham village is located in Samrala Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Machhiwara Kham?
Machhiwara Kham is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Machhiwara Kham?
The pincode of Machhiwara Kham is 141121.
What is the population of Machhiwara Kham?
Machhiwara Kham had a total population of 1,213, including 636 males and 577 females.
How many households are there in Machhiwara Kham?
Machhiwara Kham had 211 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machhiwara Kham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhiwara Kham was 79.51%. Male literacy was 83.92% and female literacy was 74.66%.