Mahud Machandur - Ambagarh Chouki, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Mahud Machandur is a village situated in the Ambagarh Chouki tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from Ambagarh Chowki and around 64 km from Rajnandgaon. Mahud Machandur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahud Machandur is 441614. The village covers a total geographical area of 270.59 hectares and falls under the 491665 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Mahud Machandur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohala-manpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahud Machandur
As per Census 2011, Mahud Machandur village has a total population of 1,196 people, consisting of 593 males and 603 females. The village has 289 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 130 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 867 literate and 329 illiterate residents. Additionally, 476 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 239 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahud Machandur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,196 | 593 | 603 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 72 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 476 | 218 | 258 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 239 | 137 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 867 | 481 | 386 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 112 | 217 |
Nearby Villages of Mahud Machandur
Mahud Machandur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gurra Tola | West | 1.62 km |
| Uchaipur | South-East | 1.71 km |
| Chhachan Pahari | North | 1.88 km |
| Atargaon | South-West | 2.07 km |
| Thethwar Lanjhiya | North-West | 2.65 km |
| Banjaridih | South | 2.68 km |
| Dani Tola | North-East | 2.89 km |
| Chikhala Kasa | East | 2.90 km |
| Jarradih | South-East | 3.38 km |
| Bahoranbhedi | North | 3.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahud Machandur
Mahud Machandur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kusumkasa, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambagarh Chowki to Mahud Machandur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Mahud Machandur is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahud Machandur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahud Machandur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mahud Machandur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahud Machandur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mahud Machandur
Where is Mahud Machandur located?
Mahud Machandur village is located in Ambagarh Chouki Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahud Machandur?
Mahud Machandur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mahud Machandur?
The pincode of Mahud Machandur is 491665.
What is the population of Mahud Machandur?
Mahud Machandur has a total population of 1,196, including 593 males and 603 females.
How many households are there in Mahud Machandur?
There are 289 households in Mahud Machandur.
What is the literacy rate in Mahud Machandur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahud Machandur is 72.49%. Male literacy is 81.11% and female literacy is 64.01%.