Machhiyakot

Machhiyakot is a village located in Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Kanda (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Bageshwar. As per 2009 stats, Digoli is the gram panchayat of Machhiyakot village.

Here you can discover what makes Machhiyakot unique in its vibrant Kanda-Bageshwar region. You’ll see Machhiyakot’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Machhiyakot

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Machhiyakot is 050797. The village spans a total geographical area of 84.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 263631. Bageshwar is nearest town to Machhiyakot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 70km away.

When it comes to local governance, Machhiyakot village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Almora Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Machhiyakot

According to the 2011 Census, Machhiyakot has a total population of about 60, with approximately 27 males and 33 females. The sex ratio is around 1222 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 5 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.00%, with male literacy at about 88.89% and female literacy near 54.55%. There are around 15 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Machhiyakot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 60 27 33
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 5 2 3
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 42 24 18
Illiterate Population 18 3 15

Connectivity of Machhiyakot

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Machhiyakot. As per the 2011 stats, Machhiyakot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Machhiyakot

Knowing the nearby villages of Machhiyakot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Machhiyakot.

Frequently Asked Questions about Machhiyakot

Where is Machhiyakot located?
Machhiyakot village is situated in Kanda Tehsil, within the Bageshwar district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machhiyakot?
The Gram Panchayat of Machhiyakot is Digoli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Machhiyakot?
The pincode of Machhiyakot is 263631, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Machhiyakot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Machhiyakot is 60, with 27 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Machhiyakot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Machhiyakot village has a total of 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machhiyakot as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Machhiyakot is 70.00%. The male literacy rate is 88.89%, while the female literacy rate is 54.55%.