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
According to the 2011 Census, Machum village had a total population of 51 people, including 27 males and 24 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.40%, with male literacy at 95.45% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 50.
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 | 51 | 27 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 51, including 27 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Machum?
Machum had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machum was 81.40%. Male literacy was 95.45% and female literacy was 66.67%.