Machheta - Shahabad, Hardoi
Machheta is a village situated in the Shahabad tehsil of Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahabad and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Hardoi. Amirta Badhyia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machheta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machheta is 139487. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.42 hectares and falls under the 241405 pincode. Pihani is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Machheta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardoi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machheta
As per Census 2011, Machheta village has a total population of 579 people, consisting of 304 males and 275 females. The village has 111 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 88 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 323 literate and 256 illiterate residents. Additionally, 548 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machheta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 579 | 304 | 275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 47 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 548 | 287 | 261 |
| Literate Population | 323 | 212 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 256 | 92 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Machheta
Machheta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarora | North-East | 0.75 km |
| Mansoor Nagar | South-East | 1.22 km |
| Fatteypur | West | 1.62 km |
| Sujauli | North-East | 1.85 km |
| Hasnapur Grant | North | 1.86 km |
| Chandeli | North-West | 2.11 km |
| Padra | North | 2.33 km |
| Hariharpur | East | 2.86 km |
| Bhiti Newada | South-East | 3.11 km |
| Uchaul | South-West | 3.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machheta
Machheta 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 Behtagokul, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.1 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 Pihani to Machheta is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hardoi to Machheta is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machheta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machheta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Machheta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machheta 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 Machheta
Where is Machheta located?
Machheta village is located in Shahabad Tehsil, Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machheta?
The Gram Panchayat of Machheta is Amirta Badhyia.
What is the pincode of Machheta?
The pincode of Machheta is 241405.
What is the population of Machheta?
Machheta has a total population of 579, including 304 males and 275 females.
How many households are there in Machheta?
There are 111 households in Machheta.
What is the literacy rate in Machheta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machheta is 55.79%. Male literacy is 69.74% and female literacy is 40.36%.