Machri - Tulsipur, Balrampur
Machri is a village situated in the Tulsipur tehsil of Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tulsipur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Balrampur. Newal Garh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machri is 173530. The village covers a total geographical area of 290.11 hectares and falls under the 271208 pincode. Tulsipur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Machri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gainsari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shrawasti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machri
As per Census 2011, Machri village has a total population of 554 people, consisting of 291 males and 263 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 223 literate and 331 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 554 | 291 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 48 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 43 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 144 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 331 | 147 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Machri
Machri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lohti | North-West | 1.87 km |
| Chainpur Baderia | South | 1.90 km |
| Newal Garh | North | 2.21 km |
| Semri | West | 2.25 km |
| Ganeshpur | South | 2.32 km |
| Ratanpur Jhingha | North-East | 2.42 km |
| Nava Nagar | South-East | 3.19 km |
| Janakpur | South-West | 3.41 km |
| Ganwaria Kalan | South-East | 4.00 km |
| Ludhauri | East | 4.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machri
Machri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Laiburwa Halt, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Tulsipur to Machri is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balrampur to Machri is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machri 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 Machri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Machri
Where is Machri located?
Machri village is located in Tulsipur Tehsil, Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machri?
The Gram Panchayat of Machri is Newal Garh.
What is the pincode of Machri?
The pincode of Machri is 271208.
What is the population of Machri?
Machri has a total population of 554, including 291 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Machri?
There are 97 households in Machri.
What is the literacy rate in Machri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machri is 40.25%. Male literacy is 49.48% and female literacy is 30.04%.