Machhkhera - Chandausi, Sambhal
Machhkhera is a village situated in the Chandausi tehsil of Sambhal district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from Chandausi and around 69 km from Moradabad. Machhkhera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhkhera is 116171. The village covers a total geographical area of 419.99 hectares and falls under the 244410 pincode. Bahjoi is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Machhkhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandausi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambhal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machhkhera
According to the 2011 Census, Machhkhera village had a total population of 3,135 people, including 1,666 males and 1,469 females, living in 538 households. The sex ratio was 882 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.60%, with male literacy at 67.49% and female literacy at 35.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,319.
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 | 3,135 | 1,666 | 1,469 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 538 | 285 | 253 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,319 | 683 | 636 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,366 | 932 | 434 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,769 | 734 | 1,035 |
Nearby Villages of Machhkhera
Machhkhera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pipli | East | 1.47 km |
| Ramgarh | West | 1.68 km |
| Manauna | South-West | 1.70 km |
| Alinagar | South | 1.74 km |
| Bahpur Patti Asalatpur | North | 1.91 km |
| Sikrora Bhur | South-West | 2.01 km |
| Maithra Alapur | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Maukather | North-East | 2.20 km |
| Bahpur Patti Pahladpur | North | 2.56 km |
| Jagdishpur | South | 2.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machhkhera
Machhkhera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bahjoi, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bahjoi to Machhkhera is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Moradabad to Machhkhera is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machhkhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhkhera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Machhkhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhkhera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Machhkhera
Where is Machhkhera located?
Machhkhera village is located in Chandausi Tehsil, Sambhal district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machhkhera?
Machhkhera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Machhkhera?
The pincode of Machhkhera is 244410.
What is the population of Machhkhera?
Machhkhera had a total population of 3,135, including 1,666 males and 1,469 females.
How many households are there in Machhkhera?
Machhkhera had 538 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machhkhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhkhera was 52.60%. Male literacy was 67.49% and female literacy was 35.69%.