Machenahalli - Hosdurga, Chitradurga
Machenahalli is a village situated in the Hosdurga taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hosdurga and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Bokikere serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machenahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machenahalli is 605883. The village covers a total geographical area of 349.09 hectares and falls under the 577527 pincode. Hosdurga is the nearest town, located about 7 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 Hosadurga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chitradurga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machenahalli
As per Census 2011, Machenahalli village has a total population of 626 people, consisting of 323 males and 303 females. The village has 123 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 413 literate and 213 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machenahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 626 | 323 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 36 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 413 | 240 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 83 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Machenahalli
Machenahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Adavi Sangenahalli | South | 1.25 km |
| Channasamudra | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Kyadigere | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Bokikere | North | 2.55 km |
| Kadadanakere | South | 3.18 km |
| Aralihalli | North-West | 3.26 km |
| Malali | West | 3.40 km |
| Kyadigere Kaval | East | 3.59 km |
| Mettinahole | South-East | 3.83 km |
| Peelapura | West | 3.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machenahalli
Machenahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hosdurga Road, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 124.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Hosdurga to Machenahalli is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Machenahalli is about 67 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 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Machenahalli
Where is Machenahalli located?
Machenahalli village is located in Hosdurga Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machenahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Machenahalli is Bokikere.
What is the pincode of Machenahalli?
The pincode of Machenahalli is 577527.
What is the population of Machenahalli?
Machenahalli has a total population of 626, including 323 males and 303 females.
How many households are there in Machenahalli?
There are 123 households in Machenahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Machenahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machenahalli is 65.97%. Male literacy is 74.30% and female literacy is 57.10%.