Machaghora - Chaurai, Chhindwara
Machaghora is a village situated in the Chaurai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chaurai and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Machagora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machaghora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machaghora is 494257. The village covers a total geographical area of 1008.69 hectares and falls under the 480115 pincode. Chaurai Khas is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Machaghora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Machaghora
According to the 2011 Census, Machaghora village had a total population of 1,927 people, including 970 males and 957 females, living in 388 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.35%, with male literacy at 82.25% and female literacy at 62.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 123, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 28.
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 | 1,927 | 970 | 957 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 108 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 63 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 1,243 | 709 | 534 |
| Illiterate Population | 684 | 261 | 423 |
Nearby Villages of Machaghora
Machaghora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhutera | West | 2.27 km |
| Singna | East | 2.31 km |
| Khatkar | East | 2.68 km |
| Chichgaon | South | 2.72 km |
| Bamanwada | North-East | 2.98 km |
| Barhbaryari | North-West | 3.31 km |
| Siregaon | South-East | 3.80 km |
| Bhula | North-West | 3.90 km |
| Tumda | North-East | 4.03 km |
| Jamhodi Panda | West | 4.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machaghora
Machaghora is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jhilmili, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Chaurai Khas to Machaghora is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Machaghora is about 28 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 Machaghora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machaghora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Machaghora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machaghora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Machaghora
Where is Machaghora located?
Machaghora village is located in Chaurai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machaghora?
The Gram Panchayat of Machaghora is Machagora.
What is the pincode of Machaghora?
The pincode of Machaghora is 480115.
What is the population of Machaghora?
Machaghora had a total population of 1,927, including 970 males and 957 females.
How many households are there in Machaghora?
Machaghora had 388 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machaghora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machaghora was 72.35%. Male literacy was 82.25% and female literacy was 62.38%.