Machur - Heggadadevankote, Mysuru
Machur is a village situated in the Heggadadevankote taluka of Mysuru district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 42 km from Heggadadevankote and around 86 km from Mysore. D.b.kuppe serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machur is 619069. The village covers a total geographical area of 10.77 hectares and falls under the 571114 pincode. Manandavadi(kerala) is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Machur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Heggadadevankote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chamarajanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machur
As per Census 2011, Machur village has a total population of 1,003 people, consisting of 507 males and 496 females. The village has 233 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 186 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 484 literate and 519 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 939 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,003 | 507 | 496 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 102 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 939 | 473 | 466 |
| Literate Population | 484 | 269 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 519 | 238 | 281 |
Nearby Villages of Machur
Machur 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 Machur
Machur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manandavadi(kerala) to Machur is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mysore to Machur is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Machur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Machur
Where is Machur located?
Machur village is located in Heggadadevankote Taluka, Mysuru district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machur?
The Gram Panchayat of Machur is D.b.kuppe.
What is the pincode of Machur?
The pincode of Machur is 571114.
What is the population of Machur?
Machur has a total population of 1,003, including 507 males and 496 females.
How many households are there in Machur?
There are 233 households in Machur.
What is the literacy rate in Machur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machur is 48.26%. Male literacy is 53.06% and female literacy is 43.35%.