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 President 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
According to the 2011 Census, Machenahalli village had a total population of 626 people, including 323 males and 303 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.36%, with male literacy at 83.62% and female literacy at 62.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 626 | 323 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 36 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 626, including 323 males and 303 females.
How many households are there in Machenahalli?
Machenahalli had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machenahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machenahalli was 73.36%. Male literacy was 83.62% and female literacy was 62.68%.