Machandur - Mohla, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Machandur is a village situated in the Mohla tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from Mohla and around 89 km from Rajnandgaon. Manchandur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machandur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machandur is 441337. The village covers a total geographical area of 392.19 hectares and falls under the 491666 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
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 Machandur
According to the 2011 Census, Machandur village had a total population of 712 people, including 344 males and 368 females, living in 140 households. The sex ratio was 1,070 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.88%, with male literacy at 87.63% and female literacy at 68.92%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 436.
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 | 712 | 344 | 368 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 45 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 436 | 215 | 221 |
| Literate Population | 486 | 262 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 82 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Machandur
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Palandur | North | 1.53 km |
| Gidhali | South | 2.06 km |
| Dugatola | South-West | 2.29 km |
| Bogatola | West | 2.39 km |
| Kakaipar | North-East | 2.60 km |
| Dhutitola | South | 2.66 km |
| Chihkatola | South-West | 3.33 km |
| Paddatola | North-West | 3.55 km |
| Matewa | South-East | 3.72 km |
| Hitapathar | North | 3.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machandur
Machandur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambagarh Chowki to Machandur is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Machandur is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machandur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machandur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in 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 Machandur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Machandur
Where is Machandur located?
Machandur village is located in Mohla Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Machandur?
The Gram Panchayat of Machandur is Manchandur.
What is the pincode of Machandur?
The pincode of Machandur is 491666.
What is the population of Machandur?
Machandur had a total population of 712, including 344 males and 368 females.
How many households are there in Machandur?
Machandur had 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machandur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machandur was 77.88%. Male literacy was 87.63% and female literacy was 68.92%.