Machaliya - Ranikhet, Almora
Machaliya is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Babur Khola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machaliya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machaliya is 052300. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.8 hectares and falls under the 263652 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Machaliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machaliya
As per Census 2011, Machaliya village has a total population of 212 people, consisting of 109 males and 103 females. The village has 41 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 142 literate and 70 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machaliya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 212 | 109 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 8 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 142 | 92 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 17 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Machaliya
Machaliya 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 Machaliya
Public transport in the Machaliya is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Ranikhet to Machaliya is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Machaliya is about 35 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 Machaliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machaliya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Machaliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machaliya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Machaliya
Where is Machaliya located?
Machaliya village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machaliya?
The Gram Panchayat of Machaliya is Babur Khola.
What is the pincode of Machaliya?
The pincode of Machaliya is 263652.
What is the population of Machaliya?
Machaliya has a total population of 212, including 109 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Machaliya?
There are 41 households in Machaliya.
What is the literacy rate in Machaliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machaliya is 66.98%. Male literacy is 84.40% and female literacy is 48.54%.