Machli Gaon - Jalalpur, Ambedkar Nagar
Machli Gaon is a village situated in the Jalalpur tehsil of Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jalalpur and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Ambedkar Nagar. Machhali Gan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machli Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machli Gaon is 167856. The village covers a total geographical area of 461.39 hectares and falls under the 224186 pincode. Jalalpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Machli Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Machli Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Machli Gaon village had a total population of 4,447 people, including 2,313 males and 2,134 females, living in 604 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.81%, with male literacy at 79.31% and female literacy at 59.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 814.
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 | 4,447 | 2,313 | 2,134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 621 | 336 | 285 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 814 | 421 | 393 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,671 | 1,568 | 1,103 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,776 | 745 | 1,031 |
Nearby Villages of Machli Gaon
Machli Gaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saipur Samaspur | South | 1.08 km |
| Alampur Gugunpur | West | 1.60 km |
| Balua Bahadurpur | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Summanpur | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Moinuddinpur | South | 1.90 km |
| Paras Katui | North | 2.04 km |
| Sardilpur | West | 2.11 km |
| Gora Mahamadpur | East | 2.15 km |
| Muainpur | North-East | 2.26 km |
| Astabad | South-East | 2.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machli Gaon
Machli Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jafarganj, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jalalpur to Machli Gaon is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambedkar Nagar to Machli Gaon is about 20 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 Machli Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machli Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Machli Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machli Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Machli Gaon
Where is Machli Gaon located?
Machli Gaon village is located in Jalalpur Tehsil, Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Machli Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Machli Gaon is Machhali Gan.
What is the pincode of Machli Gaon?
The pincode of Machli Gaon is 224186.
What is the population of Machli Gaon?
Machli Gaon had a total population of 4,447, including 2,313 males and 2,134 females.
How many households are there in Machli Gaon?
Machli Gaon had 604 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machli Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machli Gaon was 69.81%. Male literacy was 79.31% and female literacy was 59.65%.