Machida - Pusour, Raigarh
Machida is a village situated in the Pusour tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pusaur and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Raigarh. Machida village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machida is 435133. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.47 hectares and falls under the 496440 pincode. Pusaur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Machida village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raigarh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Machida
According to the 2011 Census, Machida village had a total population of 541 people, including 290 males and 251 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 866 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.42%, with male literacy at 92.06% and female literacy at 78.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 60, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 34.
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 | 541 | 290 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 38 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 26 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 28 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 410 | 232 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 58 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Machida
Machida 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 Machida
Machida is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Pusaur to Machida is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Machida is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machida
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machida village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Machida
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machida village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Machida
Where is Machida located?
Machida village is located in Pusour Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Machida?
Machida is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Machida?
The pincode of Machida is 496440.
What is the population of Machida?
Machida had a total population of 541, including 290 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Machida?
Machida had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machida?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machida was 85.42%. Male literacy was 92.06% and female literacy was 78.07%.