Machhmar - Dhampur, Bijnor
Machhmar is a village situated in the Dhampur tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhampur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Fajalpur(machmaar) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machhmar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhmar is 113266. The village covers a total geographical area of 295.58 hectares and falls under the 246722 pincode. Afjalgarh is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Machhmar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagina Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machhmar
According to the 2011 Census, Machhmar village had a total population of 1,703 people, including 890 males and 813 females, living in 303 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.89%, with male literacy at 71.56% and female literacy at 51.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 528.
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 | 1,703 | 890 | 813 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 141 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 528 | 279 | 249 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 885 | 536 | 349 |
| Illiterate Population | 818 | 354 | 464 |
Nearby Villages of Machhmar
Machhmar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rasoolpur Veeran | West | 1.38 km |
| Badshahpur | North-West | 1.54 km |
| Mussepur | North-East | 1.67 km |
| Muradnager | South-West | 2.03 km |
| Mohmmadpur Rajauri | South | 2.25 km |
| Bahadar Nagar | West | 2.57 km |
| Siryawali | North-West | 2.78 km |
| Hasanpur | North-West | 2.80 km |
| Mohiuddinpur | North | 2.96 km |
| Chandpur | North | 3.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machhmar
Machhmar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Seohara, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Afjalgarh to Machhmar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Machhmar is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machhmar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhmar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Machhmar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhmar 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 Machhmar
Where is Machhmar located?
Machhmar village is located in Dhampur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Machhmar?
The Gram Panchayat of Machhmar is Fajalpur(machmaar).
What is the pincode of Machhmar?
The pincode of Machhmar is 246722.
What is the population of Machhmar?
Machhmar had a total population of 1,703, including 890 males and 813 females.
How many households are there in Machhmar?
Machhmar had 303 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machhmar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhmar was 61.89%. Male literacy was 71.56% and female literacy was 51.25%.