Machhiyari - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Machhiyari is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 55 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Kweeli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machhiyari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhiyari is 043217. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.94 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Machhiyari 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 Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machhiyari
According to the 2011 Census, Machhiyari village had a total population of 82 people, including 37 males and 45 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,216 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.27%, with male literacy at 93.75% and female literacy at 52.38%.
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 | 82 | 37 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 30 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 7 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Machhiyari
Machhiyari is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhaulagi | North-East | 0.95 km |
| Bajela Chak Tyurna | South | 1.17 km |
| Amoli | North-East | 1.64 km |
| Moltha Chak Tyalani | South-East | 1.68 km |
| Jakhand | East | 2.27 km |
| Kandiyal Gaon | North-West | 2.46 km |
| Ghogas | South-West | 2.92 km |
| Tyalani | South-East | 3.08 km |
| Syal Kund | North | 3.15 km |
| Pali Lagg Koti | North | 3.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machhiyari
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Machhiyari. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devprayag to Machhiyari is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Machhiyari is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machhiyari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhiyari 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 Machhiyari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhiyari 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 Machhiyari
Where is Machhiyari located?
Machhiyari village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Machhiyari?
The Gram Panchayat of Machhiyari is Kweeli.
What is the pincode of Machhiyari?
The pincode of Machhiyari is 249161.
What is the population of Machhiyari?
Machhiyari had a total population of 82, including 37 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Machhiyari?
Machhiyari had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machhiyari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhiyari was 70.27%. Male literacy was 93.75% and female literacy was 52.38%.