Machhaligaon - Badlapur, Jaunpur
Machhaligaon is a village situated in the Badlapur tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. Machhaligaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhaligaon is 200765. The village covers a total geographical area of 300.79 hectares and falls under the 222141 pincode.
Machhaligaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Machhaligaon
According to the 2011 Census, Machhaligaon village had a total population of 3,897 people, including 1,898 males and 1,999 females, living in 523 households. The sex ratio was 1,053 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.86%, with male literacy at 89.65% and female literacy at 61.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 601.
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 | 3,897 | 1,898 | 1,999 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 592 | 333 | 259 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 601 | 309 | 292 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,474 | 1,403 | 1,071 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,423 | 495 | 928 |
Nearby Villages of Machhaligaon
Machhaligaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Molanapur | South-West | 1.25 km |
| Newada Mureedpur | North | 1.25 km |
| Masanpur | East | 1.60 km |
| Bangaon Patti | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Badalapur Khurd | South | 1.88 km |
| Dewapur | North-East | 1.88 km |
| Balipur Ghanshyampur | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Dewa Patti | North-East | 2.22 km |
| Roopchandpur | South-West | 2.24 km |
| Gajapur | North-East | 2.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machhaligaon
Machhaligaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sarai Harkhu, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Machhaligaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhaligaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Machhaligaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhaligaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Machhaligaon
Where is Machhaligaon located?
Machhaligaon village is located in Badlapur Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Machhaligaon?
Machhaligaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Machhaligaon?
The pincode of Machhaligaon is 222141.
What is the population of Machhaligaon?
Machhaligaon had a total population of 3,897, including 1,898 males and 1,999 females.
How many households are there in Machhaligaon?
Machhaligaon had 523 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machhaligaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhaligaon was 74.86%. Male literacy was 89.65% and female literacy was 61.55%.