Machkhanda
Machkhanda is a village located in Masturi tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Masturi (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Machkhanda village is also a gram panchayat.
Machkhanda has its own place in the vibrant Bilaspur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Machkhanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Machkhanda is 438793. The village spans a total geographical area of 333.71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495550. Bilaspur is nearest town to Machkhanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
When it comes to local governance, Machkhanda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Masturi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Machkhanda
Below is a concise population overview of Machkhanda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,719 | 879 | 840 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 156 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 209 | 116 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 210 | 102 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 1,026 | 607 | 419 |
| Illiterate Population | 693 | 272 | 421 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Machkhanda village:
- The total population of Machkhanda village is around 1,719, including approximately 879 males and 840 females, with a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 291 children aged 0–6 years in Machkhanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Machkhanda village has 209 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 210 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Machkhanda village is about 59.69%, with male literacy at 69.06% and female literacy at 49.88%.
- There are around 377 households in Machkhanda village.
Connectivity of Machkhanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Machkhanda. As per the 2011 stats, Machkhanda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Machkhanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Machkhanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Machkhanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Machkhanda
- Where is Machkhanda located?
- Machkhanda village is situated in Masturi Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Machkhanda?
- Machkhanda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Machkhanda?
- The pincode of Machkhanda is 495550, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Machkhanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Machkhanda is 1,719, with 879 males and 840 females.
- How many households are there in Machkhanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Machkhanda village has a total of 377 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Machkhanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Machkhanda is 59.69%. The male literacy rate is 69.06%, while the female literacy rate is 49.88%.