Machandur Village - Charama, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Machandur is a village situated in the Charama tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Charama and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Bharitola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machandur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machandur is 447425. The village covers a total geographical area of 111.87 hectares and falls under the 494337 pincode. Charama is the nearest town, located about 4 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 Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machandur
As per Census 2011, Machandur village has a total population of 975 people, consisting of 508 males and 467 females. The village has 239 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 697 literate and 278 illiterate residents. Additionally, 62 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 328 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machandur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 975 | 508 | 467 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 73 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 36 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 328 | 163 | 165 |
| Literate Population | 697 | 398 | 299 |
| Illiterate Population | 278 | 110 | 168 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahud | South-West | 1.43 km |
| Bharritola | West | 1.70 km |
| Kochwahi | North | 1.83 km |
| Pond | North-East | 2.00 km |
| Dokala | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Bhelai | South-East | 2.58 km |
| Mudkhusara | South-West | 2.59 km |
| Kandel | South | 2.85 km |
| Telguda | South-East | 2.91 km |
| Tansi | East | 3.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machandur
Machandur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhamtari, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.8 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 Charama to Machandur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Machandur is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Machandur
Where is Machandur located?
Machandur village is located in Charama Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machandur?
The Gram Panchayat of Machandur is Bharitola.
What is the pincode of Machandur?
The pincode of Machandur is 494337.
What is the population of Machandur?
Machandur has a total population of 975, including 508 males and 467 females.
How many households are there in Machandur?
There are 239 households in Machandur.
What is the literacy rate in Machandur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machandur is 71.49%. Male literacy is 78.35% and female literacy is 64.03%.