Machakoda - Hadad, Banas Kantha
Machakoda is a village situated in the Hadad taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 36 km from Danta and around 68 km from Palanpur. Ganapipli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machakoda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machakoda is 507847. The village covers a total geographical area of 410.16 hectares and falls under the 385110 pincode. Ambaji is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Machakoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machakoda
According to the 2011 Census, Machakoda village had a total population of 1,604 people, including 843 males and 761 females, living in 231 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.07%, with male literacy at 73.21% and female literacy at 45.61%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,592.
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 | 1,604 | 843 | 761 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 407 | 216 | 191 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,592 | 836 | 756 |
| Literate Population | 719 | 459 | 260 |
| Illiterate Population | 885 | 384 | 501 |
Nearby Villages of Machakoda
Machakoda 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 Machakoda
Public transport in the Machakoda is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambaji to Machakoda is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Machakoda is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machakoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machakoda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Machakoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machakoda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Machakoda
Where is Machakoda located?
Machakoda village is located in Hadad Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machakoda?
The Gram Panchayat of Machakoda is Ganapipli.
What is the pincode of Machakoda?
The pincode of Machakoda is 385110.
What is the population of Machakoda?
Machakoda had a total population of 1,604, including 843 males and 761 females.
How many households are there in Machakoda?
Machakoda had 231 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machakoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machakoda was 60.07%. Male literacy was 73.21% and female literacy was 45.61%.