Machhike

Machhike is a village located in Nihal Singhwala tehsil of Moga district in Punjab, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Nihal Singhwala (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Moga. As per 2009 stats, New Machhike is the gram panchayat of Machhike village.

Machhike has its own place in the vibrant Moga 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 Machhike

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Machhike is 033900. The village spans a total geographical area of 1326.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 142039. Nihal Singhwala is nearest town to Machhike village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Machhike village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Nihal singhwala Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Faridkot Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Machhike

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 6,411 3,411 3,000
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 661 347 314
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2,695 1,420 1,275
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 3,627 2,071 1,556
Illiterate Population 2,784 1,340 1,444

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

  • The total population of Machhike village is around 6,411, including approximately 3,411 males and 3,000 females, with a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 661 children aged 0–6 years in Machhike village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Machhike village has 2,695 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Machhike village is about 56.57%, with male literacy at 60.72% and female literacy at 51.87%.
  • There are around 1,264 households in Machhike village.

Connectivity of Machhike

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Machhike. As per the 2011 stats, Machhike 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Machhike

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

Lopon Bir Badhni Minian Kussa Raman Patti Diwana Himatpura Bhagike Bilaspur Takhtupura Lohara

Frequently Asked Questions about Machhike

Where is Machhike located?
Machhike village is situated in Nihal Singhwala Tehsil, within the Moga district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machhike?
The Gram Panchayat of Machhike is New Machhike (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Machhike?
The pincode of Machhike is 142039, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Machhike as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Machhike is 6,411, with 3,411 males and 3,000 females.
How many households are there in Machhike as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Machhike village has a total of 1,264 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machhike as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Machhike is 56.57%. The male literacy rate is 60.72%, while the female literacy rate is 51.87%.