Machkot - Jagdalpur, Bastar
Machkot is a village situated in the Jagdalpur tehsil of Bastar district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from Jagdalpur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Chokawada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machkot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machkot is 449149. The village covers a total geographical area of 172 hectares and falls under the 494001 pincode. Jagdalpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Machkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Machkot
According to the 2011 Census, Machkot village had a total population of 250 people, including 125 males and 125 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.82%, with male literacy at 72.90% and female literacy at 42.31%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 208.
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 | 250 | 125 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 208 | 106 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 78 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 47 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Machkot
Machkot 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 Machkot
Machkot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Machkot.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagdalpur to Machkot is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machkot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Machkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machkot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Machkot
Where is Machkot located?
Machkot village is located in Jagdalpur Tehsil, Bastar district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Machkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Machkot is Chokawada.
What is the pincode of Machkot?
The pincode of Machkot is 494001.
What is the population of Machkot?
Machkot had a total population of 250, including 125 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Machkot?
Machkot had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machkot was 57.82%. Male literacy was 72.90% and female literacy was 42.31%.