Machnur - Sirwar, Raichur
Machnur is a village situated in the Sirwar taluka of Raichur district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from Manvi and around 35 km from Raichur. Ganadinni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machnur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machnur is 600983. The village covers a total geographical area of 1348.78 hectares and falls under the 584118 pincode. Manvi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Machnur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raichur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machnur
As per Census 2011, Machnur village has a total population of 1,460 people, consisting of 733 males and 727 females. The village has 277 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 210 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 611 literate and 849 illiterate residents. Additionally, 347 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 306 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machnur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,460 | 733 | 727 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 101 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 347 | 175 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 306 | 155 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 611 | 417 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 849 | 316 | 533 |
Nearby Villages of Machnur
Machnur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bevinur | South | 2.46 km |
| Singaddinni | North | 3.06 km |
| Hokrani | East | 3.71 km |
| Bommanahal | South-East | 4.07 km |
| Tupdur. K | South | 4.37 km |
| Shakapur | North | 4.73 km |
| Madagiri | South-West | 5.07 km |
| Ganadinni | North-West | 5.16 km |
| Halli | West | 5.95 km |
| Kapgal | South | 6.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machnur
Machnur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Marichethal, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manvi to Machnur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raichur to Machnur is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machnur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machnur 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 Machnur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machnur 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Machnur
Where is Machnur located?
Machnur village is located in Sirwar Taluka, Raichur district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machnur?
The Gram Panchayat of Machnur is Ganadinni.
What is the pincode of Machnur?
The pincode of Machnur is 584118.
What is the population of Machnur?
Machnur has a total population of 1,460, including 733 males and 727 females.
How many households are there in Machnur?
There are 277 households in Machnur.
What is the literacy rate in Machnur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machnur is 41.85%. Male literacy is 56.89% and female literacy is 26.69%.