Machgundal - Shorapur, Yadgir
Machgundal is a village situated in the Shorapur taluka of Yadgir district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shorapur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Yadgir. Badyapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machgundal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machgundal is 621038. The village covers a total geographical area of 570.1 hectares and falls under the 585224 pincode. Shorapur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Machgundal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shorapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raichur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machgundal
As per Census 2011, Machgundal village has a total population of 1,754 people, consisting of 906 males and 848 females. The village has 310 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 308 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 669 literate and 1,085 illiterate residents. Additionally, 79 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 666 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machgundal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,754 | 906 | 848 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 308 | 164 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 45 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 666 | 355 | 311 |
| Literate Population | 669 | 442 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,085 | 464 | 621 |
Nearby Villages of Machgundal
Machgundal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Devargonal | South-East | 2.68 km |
| Badyapur | East | 3.20 km |
| Shettikera | North-East | 3.55 km |
| Tippanatgi | West | 3.78 km |
| Channur Khalsa | North-West | 4.13 km |
| Bahirimabdi | South-East | 4.75 km |
| Bomanhalli | South | 4.90 km |
| Jalibenchi | South-West | 5.81 km |
| Chigirhal | South-West | 6.04 km |
| Gangnal | North-East | 6.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machgundal
Machgundal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Thangundi, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Shorapur to Machgundal is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yadgir to Machgundal is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machgundal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machgundal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Machgundal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machgundal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Machgundal
Where is Machgundal located?
Machgundal village is located in Shorapur Taluka, Yadgir district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machgundal?
The Gram Panchayat of Machgundal is Badyapur.
What is the pincode of Machgundal?
The pincode of Machgundal is 585224.
What is the population of Machgundal?
Machgundal has a total population of 1,754, including 906 males and 848 females.
How many households are there in Machgundal?
There are 310 households in Machgundal.
What is the literacy rate in Machgundal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machgundal is 38.14%. Male literacy is 48.79% and female literacy is 26.77%.