Machhiyar - Pati, Champawat
Machhiyar is a village situated in the Pati tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 54 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pati and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Machhiyad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machhiyar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhiyar is 054093. The village covers a total geographical area of 342.74 hectares and falls under the 262561 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Machhiyar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Machhiyar
According to the 2011 Census, Machhiyar village had a total population of 870 people, including 433 males and 437 females, living in 153 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.86%, with male literacy at 87.47% and female literacy at 54.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 105.
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 | 870 | 433 | 437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 74 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 57 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 513 | 314 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 357 | 119 | 238 |
Nearby Villages of Machhiyar
Machhiyar 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 Machhiyar
Public transport in the Machhiyar is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Machhiyar.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lohaghat to Machhiyar is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Machhiyar is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machhiyar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhiyar 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 Machhiyar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhiyar 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 Machhiyar
Where is Machhiyar located?
Machhiyar village is located in Pati Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Machhiyar?
The Gram Panchayat of Machhiyar is Machhiyad.
What is the pincode of Machhiyar?
The pincode of Machhiyar is 262561.
What is the population of Machhiyar?
Machhiyar had a total population of 870, including 433 males and 437 females.
How many households are there in Machhiyar?
Machhiyar had 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machhiyar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhiyar was 70.86%. Male literacy was 87.47% and female literacy was 54.52%.