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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Machaliya village had a total population of 212 people, including 109 males and 103 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.74%, with male literacy at 91.09% and female literacy at 56.18%.
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 | 212 | 109 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 8 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 212, including 109 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Machaliya?
Machaliya had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machaliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machaliya was 74.74%. Male literacy was 91.09% and female literacy was 56.18%.