Mawad/Machad - Khurja, Bulandshahr
Mawad/Machad is a village situated in the Khurja tehsil of Bulandshahr district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khurja and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Bulandshahr. Machad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mawad/Machad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mawad/Machad is 121513. The village covers a total geographical area of 773.16 hectares and falls under the 203141 pincode. Jahangirpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mawad/Machad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mawad/Machad
As per Census 2011, Mawad/Machad village has a total population of 2,286 people, consisting of 1,236 males and 1,050 females. The village has 379 households and a sex ratio of 849 females per 1,000 males. There are 329 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,392 literate and 894 illiterate residents. Additionally, 829 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mawad/Machad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,286 | 1,236 | 1,050 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 329 | 176 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 829 | 452 | 377 |
| Literate Population | 1,392 | 914 | 478 |
| Illiterate Population | 894 | 322 | 572 |
Nearby Villages of Mawad/Machad
Mawad/Machad is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Mawad/Machad
Mawad/Machad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jahangirpur to Mawad/Machad is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bulandshahr to Mawad/Machad is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mawad/Machad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mawad/Machad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mawad/Machad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mawad/Machad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mawad/Machad
Where is Mawad/Machad located?
Mawad/Machad village is located in Khurja Tehsil, Bulandshahr district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mawad/Machad?
The Gram Panchayat of Mawad/Machad is Machad.
What is the pincode of Mawad/Machad?
The pincode of Mawad/Machad is 203141.
What is the population of Mawad/Machad?
Mawad/Machad has a total population of 2,286, including 1,236 males and 1,050 females.
How many households are there in Mawad/Machad?
There are 379 households in Mawad/Machad.
What is the literacy rate in Mawad/Machad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawad/Machad is 60.89%. Male literacy is 73.95% and female literacy is 45.52%.