Machhalawa - Robertsganj, Sonbhadra
Machhalawa is a village situated in the Robertsganj tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Robertsganj and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Pateri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machhalawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhalawa is 213356. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.78 hectares and falls under the 231216 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Machhalawa 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 Ghorawal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machhalawa
According to the 2011 Census, Machhalawa village had a total population of 152 people, including 78 males and 74 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.98%, with male literacy at 93.06% and female literacy at 88.52%.
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 | 152 | 78 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 6 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 67 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 11 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Machhalawa
Machhalawa is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Machhalawa
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Machhalawa. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Machhalawa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Machhalawa is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Machhalawa is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machhalawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhalawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Machhalawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhalawa 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Machhalawa
Where is Machhalawa located?
Machhalawa village is located in Robertsganj Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Machhalawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Machhalawa is Pateri.
What is the pincode of Machhalawa?
The pincode of Machhalawa is 231216.
What is the population of Machhalawa?
Machhalawa had a total population of 152, including 78 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Machhalawa?
Machhalawa had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machhalawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhalawa was 90.98%. Male literacy was 93.06% and female literacy was 88.52%.