Machhipur - Kharar, S.A.S Nagar
Machhipur is a village situated in the Kharar tehsil of S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 7 km from Kharar and around 12 km from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. Machhipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhipur is 039042. The village covers a total geographical area of 127 hectares and falls under the 140101 pincode. Kharar is the nearest town.
Machhipur 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 Machhipur
According to the 2011 Census, Machhipur village had a total population of 577 people, including 309 males and 268 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 867 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.76%, with male literacy at 86.50% and female literacy at 76.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 322.
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 | 577 | 309 | 268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 35 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 322 | 163 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 417 | 237 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 72 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Machhipur
Machhipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhoti Marauli | North-West | 1.44 km |
| Bhateri | South-West | 1.81 km |
| Gharuan | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Batta | South-East | 2.71 km |
| Ramgarh Mandan | North-West | 2.81 km |
| Bibipur | South-East | 2.86 km |
| Sil | South | 3.02 km |
| Himatpura | South-West | 3.02 km |
| Jawanda | South-West | 3.28 km |
| Datarpur | West | 3.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machhipur
Machhipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is New Morinda, while the nearest airport is Chandigarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar to Machhipur is about 12 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 Machhipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhipur 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Machhipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhipur 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 Machhipur
Where is Machhipur located?
Machhipur village is located in Kharar Tehsil, S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machhipur?
Machhipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Machhipur?
The pincode of Machhipur is 140101.
What is the population of Machhipur?
Machhipur had a total population of 577, including 309 males and 268 females.
How many households are there in Machhipur?
Machhipur had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machhipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhipur was 81.76%. Male literacy was 86.50% and female literacy was 76.27%.