Machara - Kapileswarapuram, East Godavari
Machara is a village situated in the Kapileswarapuram mandal of East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapileswarapuram and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Kakinada. Machara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machara is 587700. The village covers a total geographical area of 824 hectares and falls under the 533309 pincode. Mandapeta is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Machara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Machara
As per Census 2011, Machara village has a total population of 3,694 people, consisting of 1,842 males and 1,852 females. The village has 1,108 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 347 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,452 literate and 1,242 illiterate residents. Additionally, 709 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 42 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,694 | 1,842 | 1,852 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 347 | 174 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 709 | 360 | 349 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 2,452 | 1,280 | 1,172 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,242 | 562 | 680 |
Nearby Villages of Machara
Machara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Teki | North | 2.97 km |
| Vakatippa | East | 2.99 km |
| Kapileswarapuram | West | 3.04 km |
| Yendagandi | North-East | 3.70 km |
| Padamati Khandrika | North-West | 3.75 km |
| Korumilli | South | 3.83 km |
| Pamarru | East | 4.88 km |
| Angara | North-West | 5.10 km |
| Kurmapuram | North-East | 5.51 km |
| Koolla | South-East | 5.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machara
Machara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dwarapudi, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mandapeta to Machara is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Machara is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Machara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Machara
Where is Machara located?
Machara village is located in Kapileswarapuram Mandal, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machara?
Machara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Machara?
The pincode of Machara is 533309.
What is the population of Machara?
Machara has a total population of 3,694, including 1,842 males and 1,852 females.
How many households are there in Machara?
There are 1,108 households in Machara.
What is the literacy rate in Machara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machara is 66.38%. Male literacy is 69.49% and female literacy is 63.28%.