Machpalli - Bande, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Machpalli is a village situated in the Bande tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from Pakhanjur and around 148 km from Kanker. Machpalli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machpalli is 448319. The village covers a total geographical area of 961.42 hectares and falls under the 494776 pincode. Pakhanjur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Machpalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machpalli
According to the 2011 Census, Machpalli village had a total population of 799 people, including 387 males and 412 females, living in 139 households. The sex ratio was 1,065 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.27%, with male literacy at 54.18% and female literacy at 25.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 796.
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 | 799 | 387 | 412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 88 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 796 | 385 | 411 |
| Literate Population | 247 | 162 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 552 | 225 | 327 |
Nearby Villages of Machpalli
Machpalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jurhanmehda | South | 2.27 km |
| Burka | West | 2.71 km |
| Sawrup Nagar | South-West | 2.93 km |
| Warkot | North-East | 3.63 km |
| Pariyahoor | East | 3.72 km |
| Achin Nagar | South | 4.02 km |
| Mehda | South-West | 4.59 km |
| Manjhukutni | South-West | 4.65 km |
| Shripur | North | 4.68 km |
| Anjadi | North-West | 4.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machpalli
Machpalli is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 132.7 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 Pakhanjur to Machpalli is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Machpalli is about 148 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machpalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machpalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Machpalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machpalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Machpalli
Where is Machpalli located?
Machpalli village is located in Bande Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machpalli?
Machpalli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Machpalli?
The pincode of Machpalli is 494776.
What is the population of Machpalli?
Machpalli had a total population of 799, including 387 males and 412 females.
How many households are there in Machpalli?
Machpalli had 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machpalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machpalli was 39.27%. Male literacy was 54.18% and female literacy was 25.76%.