Machanpar - Dongargaon, Rajnandgaon
Machanpar is a village situated in the Dongargaon tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dongargaon and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Machanpar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machanpar is 441104. The village covers a total geographical area of 545.47 hectares and falls under the 491441 pincode. Rajnandgaon is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Machanpar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dongargaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machanpar
As per Census 2011, Machanpar village has a total population of 1,549 people, consisting of 755 males and 794 females. The village has 312 households and a sex ratio of 1,051 females per 1,000 males. There are 251 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 946 literate and 603 illiterate residents. Additionally, 281 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 35 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machanpar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,549 | 755 | 794 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 130 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 281 | 125 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 14 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 946 | 513 | 433 |
| Illiterate Population | 603 | 242 | 361 |
Nearby Villages of Machanpar
Machanpar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tumdiboda | North-West | 2.14 km |
| Khairi | East | 2.30 km |
| Nathu Nawagaon | West | 2.49 km |
| Kopedeeh | North-East | 2.56 km |
| Kesla | South-East | 2.85 km |
| Dewanjhitiya | South-West | 3.03 km |
| Godri | South | 3.48 km |
| Alikhunta | North-East | 3.50 km |
| Siwani Khurd | North | 3.74 km |
| Pendarwani | West | 3.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machanpar
Machanpar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bakal, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajnandgaon to Machanpar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machanpar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machanpar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Machanpar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machanpar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Machanpar
Where is Machanpar located?
Machanpar village is located in Dongargaon Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machanpar?
Machanpar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Machanpar?
The pincode of Machanpar is 491441.
What is the population of Machanpar?
Machanpar has a total population of 1,549, including 755 males and 794 females.
How many households are there in Machanpar?
There are 312 households in Machanpar.
What is the literacy rate in Machanpar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machanpar is 61.07%. Male literacy is 67.95% and female literacy is 54.53%.