Machum - Nampong Sdo, Changlang
Machum is a village situated in the Nampong Sdo circle of Changlang district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from Nampong and around 109 km from Changlang. Machum Rima serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machum village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machum is 264192. The village falls under the 792123 pincode. Nampong is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Machum village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Machum
As per Census 2011, Machum village has a total population of 51 people, consisting of 27 males and 24 females. The village has 12 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 35 literate and 16 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machum are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 51 | 27 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 21 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 6 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Machum
Machum 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 Machum
Machum is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nampong to Machum is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Changlang to Machum is about 109 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machum village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Machum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machum village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Machum
Where is Machum located?
Machum village is located in Nampong Sdo Circle, Changlang district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machum?
The Gram Panchayat of Machum is Machum Rima.
What is the pincode of Machum?
The pincode of Machum is 792123.
What is the population of Machum?
Machum has a total population of 51, including 27 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Machum?
There are 12 households in Machum.
What is the literacy rate in Machum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machum is 68.63%. Male literacy is 77.78% and female literacy is 58.33%.