Machauchi - Nawabganj, Bara Banki
Machauchi is a village situated in the Nawabganj tehsil of Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nawabganj and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Barabanki. Machauchi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machauchi is 164758. The village covers a total geographical area of 245.31 hectares and falls under the 225414 pincode. Jaidpur is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Machauchi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barabanki Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Machauchi
As per Census 2011, Machauchi village has a total population of 1,956 people, consisting of 984 males and 972 females. The village has 392 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 303 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,032 literate and 924 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,064 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machauchi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,956 | 984 | 972 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 303 | 140 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,064 | 544 | 520 |
| Literate Population | 1,032 | 629 | 403 |
| Illiterate Population | 924 | 355 | 569 |
Nearby Villages of Machauchi
Machauchi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Murli Ganj | East | 1.17 km |
| Mukhee Pur | South-West | 1.21 km |
| Rasul Pur | South | 1.32 km |
| Abdulla Pur | West | 1.68 km |
| Deo Pura | South-East | 1.99 km |
| Bibipur | South-West | 2.25 km |
| Shekh Pur Hakim | South-East | 2.26 km |
| Barehta | South-West | 2.29 km |
| Kala Pur | South-East | 2.31 km |
| Pyaranpur | North-East | 2.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machauchi
Machauchi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Safdarganj, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.5 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 Jaidpur to Machauchi is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barabanki to Machauchi is about 22 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 Machauchi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machauchi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Machauchi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machauchi 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Machauchi
Where is Machauchi located?
Machauchi village is located in Nawabganj Tehsil, Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machauchi?
Machauchi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Machauchi?
The pincode of Machauchi is 225414.
What is the population of Machauchi?
Machauchi has a total population of 1,956, including 984 males and 972 females.
How many households are there in Machauchi?
There are 392 households in Machauchi.
What is the literacy rate in Machauchi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machauchi is 52.76%. Male literacy is 63.92% and female literacy is 41.46%.