Macha - Nowgong, Chhatarpur
Macha is a village situated in the Nowgong tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nowgong and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Sunati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Macha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Macha is 457726. The village covers a total geographical area of 607.38 hectares and falls under the 471201 pincode. Nowgong is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Macha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Macha
According to the 2011 Census, Macha village had a total population of 917 people, including 474 males and 443 females, living in 168 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.19%, with male literacy at 61.99% and female literacy at 45.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 191.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 917 | 474 | 443 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 82 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 191 | 103 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 407 | 243 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 510 | 231 | 279 |
Nearby Villages of Macha
Macha 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 Macha
Macha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Nowgong to Macha is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Macha is about 36 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 Macha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Macha 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Macha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Macha 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Macha
Where is Macha located?
Macha village is located in Nowgong Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Macha?
The Gram Panchayat of Macha is Sunati.
What is the pincode of Macha?
The pincode of Macha is 471201.
What is the population of Macha?
Macha had a total population of 917, including 474 males and 443 females.
How many households are there in Macha?
Macha had 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Macha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Macha was 54.19%. Male literacy was 61.99% and female literacy was 45.68%.