Machina - Beltangadi, Dakshina Kannada
Machina is a village situated in the Beltangadi taluka of Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Beltangady and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Mangalore. Machina village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machina is 617660. The village covers a total geographical area of 2177.98 hectares and falls under the 574224 pincode. Beltangady is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Machina village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthangady Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dakshina Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machina
As per Census 2011, Machina village has a total population of 5,234 people, consisting of 2,571 males and 2,663 females. The village has 974 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 532 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,000 literate and 1,234 illiterate residents. Additionally, 307 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 417 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machina are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,234 | 2,571 | 2,663 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 532 | 265 | 267 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 307 | 154 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 417 | 192 | 225 |
| Literate Population | 4,000 | 2,091 | 1,909 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,234 | 480 | 754 |
Nearby Villages of Machina
Machina 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parenky | West | 3.50 km |
| Thannirpantha | South | 3.67 km |
| Odilnala | North-East | 3.89 km |
| Nyayatarpu | East | 4.20 km |
| Sonandur | North-West | 4.70 km |
| Kaliya | North-East | 5.01 km |
| Badagakajekar | West | 5.26 km |
| Kuvettu (ct) | North | 5.51 km |
| Puthila | South-West | 5.65 km |
| Maladi | North-West | 5.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machina
Machina is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Neralakatte Halt, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beltangady to Machina is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mangalore to Machina is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machina village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Machina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machina 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Machina
Where is Machina located?
Machina village is located in Beltangadi Taluka, Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machina?
Machina is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Machina?
The pincode of Machina is 574224.
What is the population of Machina?
Machina has a total population of 5,234, including 2,571 males and 2,663 females.
How many households are there in Machina?
There are 974 households in Machina.
What is the literacy rate in Machina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machina is 76.42%. Male literacy is 81.33% and female literacy is 71.69%.