Machhurda
Machhurda is a village located in Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 65km away from sub-district headquarter Baihar (tehsildar office) and 135km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Machhurda village is also a gram panchayat.
Machhurda has its own place in the vibrant Balaghat region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Machhurda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Machhurda is 498090. The village spans a total geographical area of 3817.86 hectares. Baihar is nearest town to Machhurda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 65km away.
When it comes to local governance, Machhurda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Baihar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Machhurda
Population of Machhurda
Below is a concise population overview of Machhurda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,440 | 689 | 751 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 113 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,271 | 604 | 667 |
| Literate Population | 510 | 264 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 930 | 425 | 505 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Machhurda village:
- The total population of Machhurda village is around 1,440, including approximately 689 males and 751 females, with a sex ratio of 1089 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 242 children aged 0–6 years in Machhurda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Machhurda village has 26 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,271 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Machhurda village is about 35.42%, with male literacy at 38.32% and female literacy at 32.76%.
- There are around 301 households in Machhurda village.
Connectivity of Machhurda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Machhurda. As per the 2011 stats, Machhurda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Machhurda
Knowing the nearby villages of Machhurda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Machhurda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Machhurda
- Where is Machhurda located?
- Machhurda village is situated in Baihar Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Machhurda?
- Machhurda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Machhurda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Machhurda is 1,440, with 689 males and 751 females.
- How many households are there in Machhurda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Machhurda village has a total of 301 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Machhurda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Machhurda is 35.42%. The male literacy rate is 38.32%, while the female literacy rate is 32.76%.