Machhmarava - Mankapur, Gonda
Machhmarava is a village situated in the Mankapur tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mankapur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Bakharwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machhmarava village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhmarava is 175653. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 271302 pincode.
Machhmarava 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 Gaura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gonda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machhmarava
According to the 2011 Census, Machhmarava village had a total population of 548 people, including 249 males and 299 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 1,201 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.93%, with male literacy at 76.08% and female literacy at 52.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 548 | 249 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 40 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 292 | 159 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 256 | 90 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Machhmarava
Machhmarava 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Misraulia Kanungo | West | 0.79 km |
| Gandhi Gardhava | North-West | 0.90 km |
| Ghurahu Jot | East | 1.05 km |
| Ramaoopur | North | 1.17 km |
| Vishnoharpur | South-East | 1.24 km |
| Dhusawa Tappa Hathani | East | 1.43 km |
| Turkailee | East | 1.48 km |
| Bakharva | South-West | 1.50 km |
| Devrahana | West | 1.53 km |
| Jaggnathpur | North-East | 1.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machhmarava
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Machhmarava. The nearest railway station is Maskanwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gonda to Machhmarava is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machhmarava
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhmarava village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Machhmarava
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhmarava village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Machhmarava
Where is Machhmarava located?
Machhmarava village is located in Mankapur Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Machhmarava?
The Gram Panchayat of Machhmarava is Bakharwa.
What is the pincode of Machhmarava?
The pincode of Machhmarava is 271302.
What is the population of Machhmarava?
Machhmarava had a total population of 548, including 249 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Machhmarava?
Machhmarava had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machhmarava?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhmarava was 62.93%. Male literacy was 76.08% and female literacy was 52.16%.