Machan - Jasrana, Firozabad
Machan is a village situated in the Jasrana tehsil of Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jasrana and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Firozabad. Machan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machan is 125735. The village covers a total geographical area of 228.01 hectares and falls under the 283204 pincode. Mustafabad is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Machan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Machan
According to the 2011 Census, Machan village had a total population of 1,387 people, including 737 males and 650 females, living in 248 households. The sex ratio was 882 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.04%, with male literacy at 74.42% and female literacy at 48.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 113.
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 | 1,387 | 737 | 650 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 135 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 65 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 711 | 448 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 676 | 289 | 387 |
Nearby Villages of Machan
Machan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Palia Kalan | South | 1.36 km |
| Emapalia | South-West | 1.44 km |
| Bhikanpurpadam | East | 1.50 km |
| Dundi | North-West | 1.71 km |
| Singhpur | North | 1.74 km |
| Fathapur Khas | North-West | 1.87 km |
| Bhadau | West | 1.89 km |
| Katoora | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Khudadadpur | East | 2.41 km |
| Alipurmohainipur | South-West | 2.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machan
Machan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Buraha Bhartha, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mustafabad to Machan is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Firozabad to Machan is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machan 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Machan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Machan
Where is Machan located?
Machan village is located in Jasrana Tehsil, Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Machan?
Machan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Machan?
The pincode of Machan is 283204.
What is the population of Machan?
Machan had a total population of 1,387, including 737 males and 650 females.
How many households are there in Machan?
Machan had 248 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machan was 62.04%. Male literacy was 74.42% and female literacy was 48.35%.