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Village code 1655
Machhedi Village, Billawar Tehsil: Map, PIN Code and Population
Machhedi is a village in Billawar Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Kathua district, Jammu & Kashmir. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.
Data last reviewed: 28 April 2026. Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed.
Village Overview
Machhedi is a village in Billawar Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Kathua district, Jammu & Kashmir. For Machhedi, the population is 4,653, PIN code is 184204 and Census village code is 1655. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.
Source year
Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities
Important note
Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.
Google Map of Machhedi Village
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Quick Facts
| Village code | 1655 |
|---|---|
| PIN code | 184204 |
| Population | 4,653 |
| Households | 881 |
| Area | 2,408 ha / 24.08 sq. km / 5,950 acres |
| Population density | 193 people per sq. km |
| Sex ratio | 935 females per 1,000 males |
| Nearest town | Billawar (33 km) |
| Current state | Jammu & Kashmir |
| Census 2011 state | Jammu & Kashmir |
| Current district | Kathua |
| Census 2011 district | Kathua |
Postal and PIN Code Details
The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 184204. This helps users verify the postal area for Machhedi, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.
| PIN code | 184204 |
|---|---|
| Post offices linked with this PIN | Machhedi BO, Billawar SO, Badnota BO, Baggan BO, Dhar Dugnoo BO, and Huttar BO |
| Best matching post office | Machhedi BO (Branch office) |
| Delivery office records | 12 |
| Postal district | Kathua |
| Postal state | Jammu and Kashmir |
| Postal division | Jammu Division |
| Postal circle | Jammu Kashmir Circle |
| Source | India Post Postal Index Number code reference data |
Location and Administration
Machhedi comes under Machhedi gram panchayat and Lohai Malhar C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Billawar Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The tehsil headquarters is Billawar at 33 km. The Census district headquarters, Kathua, is 110 km away.
| Current state | Jammu & Kashmir |
|---|---|
| Census 2011 state | Jammu & Kashmir |
| Current district | Kathua |
| Census 2011 district | Kathua |
| State code | 1 |
| District code | 7 |
| Tehsil / Census sub-district code | 27 |
| C.D. Block code | 53 |
| Block panchayat code | 53 |
Population Profile
The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Machhedi village and its household count.
Total population
4,653 residents in 881 households
Male population
2,405
Female population
2,248
SC/ST population
Scheduled Castes: 839; Scheduled Tribes: 1,271
SC male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
ST male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
Schools and Education
This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.
Government pre-primary school
Not available in village
Private pre-primary school
Available; count: 4
Government primary school
Available; count: 2
Private primary school
Available; count: 1
Middle school
Not available in village
Secondary school
Not available in village
Senior secondary school
Available; government count: 1
Vocational / ITI training
Not available in village
Arts and science degree college
Not available in village
Health Facilities
Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.
| Primary health centre | 1 |
|---|---|
| Primary health sub-centre | 1 |
| ASHA worker | Available |
| Veterinary hospital | 1 |
Connectivity and Public Services
An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.
| Public bus service | Available |
|---|---|
| Private bus service | Available |
| Railway station | Not available in village |
| National highway | Not available in village |
| State highway | Not available in village |
| Major district road | Not available in village |
| Black topped road | Available |
| All-weather road | Available |
| Post office | Available |
| Village PIN code facility | Available |
| Mobile phone coverage | Available |
| CSC / internet cafe | Not available in village |
| ATM | Not available in village |
| Commercial bank | Available |
| Cooperative bank | Not available in village |
| Agricultural credit society | Not available in village |
| PDS shop | Available |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village |
| Weekly haat | Not available in village |
| Self-help group | Not available in village |
| Anganwadi centre | Available |
| Assembly polling station | Available |
| Birth and death registration office | Not available in village |
| Daily newspaper supply | Available |
| Sports field | Not available in village |
| Public library | Not available in village |
| Public reading room | Not available in village |
Water, Sanitation and Power
Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.
| Treated tap water | Available |
|---|---|
| Untreated tap water | Not available in village |
| Hand pump | Available |
| Tube wells / boreholes | Not available in village |
| Closed drainage | Not available in village |
| Open drainage | Available |
| Total sanitation campaign coverage | Not available in village |
| Domestic power supply | Available |
| Agriculture power supply | Available |
| Commercial power supply | Available |
| Summer domestic power | 16 hours per day |
| Winter domestic power | 16 hours per day |
Agriculture and Land Use
Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.
| Net area sown | 328 hectares |
|---|---|
| Irrigated area | 18 hectares |
| Unirrigated area | 310 hectares |
| Canal irrigated area | 18 hectares |
| Forest area | 782 hectares |
| Non-agricultural area | 1,240 hectares |
| Main crop | Wheat |
| Second crop | Maize |
| Third crop | Paddy |
Nearby Facility Clues
When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.
| Middle school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Billawar, more than 10 km away. |
|---|---|
| Secondary school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Billawar, more than 10 km away. |
| Railway station | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
| ATM | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km. |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
How to Reach Machhedi
Billawar (33 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Billawar is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.
| Nearest major town | Billawar (33 km) |
|---|---|
| Tehsil headquarters | Billawar (33 km) |
| Public bus service | Available |
| Railway station in village | Not available in village |
| All-weather road | Available |
Source-Year Notes
Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Tehsil, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.
For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.
Official Records and Useful Links
Use these official links to verify current government information. Village Maps shows Census 2011 and public directory data for general reference.
- Jammu and Kashmir government website Official state/UT portal
- Kathua district administration Official district portal
- Jk Land Records land records Verify land records officially
- Census India Village code 1655
- India Post PIN code search 184204
Additional Facilities Reported
This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Machhedi. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.
| Private Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKG | Available; 4 |
|---|---|
| Govt Primary School | Available; 2 |
| Private Primary School | Available; 1 |
| Govt Senior Secondary School | Available; 1 |
| Primary Health Centre | 1 |
| Primary Health Centre Doctors Total Strength | 2 |
| Primary Health Centre Doctors in Position | 2 |
| Primary Health Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 5 |
| Primary Health Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 5 |
| Primary Health Sub Centre | 1 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Doctors in Position | 1 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 4 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 3 |
| Veterinary Hospital | 1 |
| Veterinary Hospital Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| Veterinary Hospital Doctors in Position | 1 |
| Veterinary Hospital Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 2 |
| Veterinary Hospital Para Medical Staff in Position | 2 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Out Patient | 2 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Medical Prctitioner with Other Degree | 2 |
| Tap Water-Treated | Available |
| Tap Water Treated Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Tap Water Treated Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Uncovered Well | Available |
| Uncovered Well Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Uncovered Well Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Hand Pump | Available |
| Hand Pump Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Spring | Available |
| River Canal | Available |
| River Canal Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| River Canal Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Open Drainage | Available |
| Post Office | Available |
How to Use Survey Number and Map Details
Use the village code, district, tehsil, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Machhedi village located?
Machhedi is located in Billawar Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Kathua.
Which Tehsil is Machhedi in?
Machhedi is in Billawar Tehsil. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.
Which district is Machhedi in?
District: Kathua.
What is the village code of Machhedi?
The Census village code of Machhedi is 1655.
What is the PIN code of Machhedi?
The PIN code reported for Machhedi is 184204.
What is the population of Machhedi?
Machhedi has 4,653 residents in 881 households as per Census 2011.
Which gram panchayat is Machhedi part of?
Machhedi comes under Machhedi gram panchayat.
Which is the nearest town to Machhedi?
The nearest statutory town to Machhedi is Billawar (33 km).
Which crops are grown in Machhedi?
The main crops reported for Machhedi are Wheat, Maize, and Paddy.
What land-use details are available for Machhedi?
Land-use details for Machhedi include net area sown: 328 hectares, irrigated area: 18 hectares, and unirrigated area: 310 hectares.
Is there a government primary school in Machhedi?
Government primary school status for Machhedi is available in the village.
Is public bus service available in Machhedi?
Public bus service is available in the village.
Is mobile phone coverage available in Machhedi?
Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.
What is the total area of Machhedi?
The total geographical area of Machhedi is 2,408 hectares.
How many households are in Machhedi?
Machhedi has 881 households as per Census 2011.
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