Machhand - Mihona, Bhind
Machhand is a village situated in the Mihona tehsil of Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mihona and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bhind. Machhand village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhand is 453530. The village covers a total geographical area of 1350.92 hectares and falls under the 477441 pincode. Mihona is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Machhand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lahar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhind Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machhand
As per Census 2011, Machhand village has a total population of 9,093 people, consisting of 4,884 males and 4,209 females. The village has 1,731 households and a sex ratio of 861 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,387 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,552 literate and 3,541 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,282 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machhand are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,093 | 4,884 | 4,209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,387 | 736 | 651 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,282 | 1,236 | 1,046 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 5,552 | 3,427 | 2,125 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,541 | 1,457 | 2,084 |
Nearby Villages of Machhand
Machhand 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Surghan | South | 2.12 km |
| Umrela | North-East | 2.38 km |
| Pachokhara | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Gandh Bahoripura | North | 2.77 km |
| Bhakoti | South | 3.10 km |
| Banuapura | West | 3.18 km |
| Bagiapura | North-East | 3.33 km |
| Shahpura No.2 | North-West | 3.46 km |
| Dariapura | West | 3.68 km |
| Jaitpura Gudha | South-West | 3.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machhand
Machhand is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Konch, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.8 km.
| 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 Mihona to Machhand is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhind to Machhand is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machhand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhand 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 Machhand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhand 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 Machhand
Where is Machhand located?
Machhand village is located in Mihona Tehsil, Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machhand?
Machhand is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Machhand?
The pincode of Machhand is 477441.
What is the population of Machhand?
Machhand has a total population of 9,093, including 4,884 males and 4,209 females.
How many households are there in Machhand?
There are 1,731 households in Machhand.
What is the literacy rate in Machhand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhand is 61.06%. Male literacy is 70.17% and female literacy is 50.49%.