Machhali Kalan - Kharar, S.A.S Nagar
Machhali Kalan is a village situated in the Kharar tehsil of S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 16 km from Kharar and around 18 km from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. Machhli Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machhali Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhali Kalan is 039124. The village covers a total geographical area of 674 hectares and falls under the 140307 pincode. Kharar is the nearest town.
Machhali 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 Dera bassi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machhali Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Machhali Kalan village had a total population of 3,292 people, including 1,712 males and 1,580 females, living in 570 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.28%, with male literacy at 80.13% and female literacy at 72.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 725.
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 | 3,292 | 1,712 | 1,580 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 392 | 207 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 725 | 376 | 349 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,212 | 1,206 | 1,006 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,080 | 506 | 574 |
Nearby Villages of Machhali Kalan
Machhali 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 Machhali Kalan
Machhali Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Machhali Kalan.
| 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 Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar to Machhali Kalan is about 18 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 Machhali Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhali Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Machhali 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 Machhali Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Machhali Kalan
Where is Machhali Kalan located?
Machhali Kalan village is located in Kharar Tehsil, S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machhali Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Machhali Kalan is Machhli Kalan.
What is the pincode of Machhali Kalan?
The pincode of Machhali Kalan is 140307.
What is the population of Machhali Kalan?
Machhali Kalan had a total population of 3,292, including 1,712 males and 1,580 females.
How many households are there in Machhali Kalan?
Machhali Kalan had 570 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machhali Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhali Kalan was 76.28%. Male literacy was 80.13% and female literacy was 72.11%.