Machhaua Dube - Harraiya, Basti
Machhaua Dube is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Ekma Hiraniya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machhaua Dube village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhaua Dube is 179901. The village covers a total geographical area of 75.97 hectares and falls under the 272001 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Machhaua Dube village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machhaua Dube
According to the 2011 Census, Machhaua Dube village had a total population of 262 people, including 137 males and 125 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.00%, with male literacy at 75.21% and female literacy at 49.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94.
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 | 262 | 137 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 46 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 143 | 91 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 46 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Machhaua Dube
Machhaua Dube 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarmagna | North-East | 0.66 km |
| Ramahatiya | West | 0.77 km |
| Ekama Hiraniya Tappa Belawaa | South | 0.88 km |
| Jamauniya Mafi | East | 0.98 km |
| Virahimpur | North | 0.98 km |
| Gonasara Tiwari | South-West | 1.25 km |
| Patepur | North | 1.50 km |
| Dumra Nirwadhan | North-East | 1.50 km |
| Gonasara Shukul | West | 1.52 km |
| Sohagiya | South | 1.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machhaua Dube
Machhaua Dube is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ramghat Halt, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.3 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 Basti to Machhaua Dube is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Machhaua Dube is about 36 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 Machhaua Dube
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhaua Dube 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 Machhaua Dube
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhaua Dube village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Machhaua Dube
Where is Machhaua Dube located?
Machhaua Dube village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machhaua Dube?
The Gram Panchayat of Machhaua Dube is Ekma Hiraniya.
What is the pincode of Machhaua Dube?
The pincode of Machhaua Dube is 272001.
What is the population of Machhaua Dube?
Machhaua Dube had a total population of 262, including 137 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Machhaua Dube?
Machhaua Dube had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machhaua Dube?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhaua Dube was 63.00%. Male literacy was 75.21% and female literacy was 49.06%.