Machenahalli - Gauribidanur, Chikkaballapura
Machenahalli is a village situated in the Gauribidanur taluka of Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gauribidanur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Chikkaballapur. Sonaganahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machenahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machenahalli is 623223. The village covers a total geographical area of 1010.21 hectares and falls under the 561206 pincode. Gauribidanur is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Machenahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gauribidanur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkballapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machenahalli
As per Census 2011, Machenahalli village has a total population of 1,180 people, consisting of 598 males and 582 females. The village has 265 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 141 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 664 literate and 516 illiterate residents. Additionally, 254 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 707 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machenahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,180 | 598 | 582 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 73 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 254 | 133 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 707 | 354 | 353 |
| Literate Population | 664 | 386 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 516 | 212 | 304 |
Nearby Villages of Machenahalli
Machenahalli 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 Machenahalli
Public transport in the Machenahalli is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Machenahalli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gauribidanur to Machenahalli is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chikkaballapur to Machenahalli is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machenahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machenahalli 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 Machenahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machenahalli 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 Machenahalli
Where is Machenahalli located?
Machenahalli village is located in Gauribidanur Taluka, Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machenahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Machenahalli is Sonaganahalli.
What is the pincode of Machenahalli?
The pincode of Machenahalli is 561206.
What is the population of Machenahalli?
Machenahalli has a total population of 1,180, including 598 males and 582 females.
How many households are there in Machenahalli?
There are 265 households in Machenahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Machenahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machenahalli is 56.27%. Male literacy is 64.55% and female literacy is 47.77%.