Machiwada - Chaurai, Chhindwara
Machiwada is a village situated in the Chaurai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chaurai and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Machiwada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machiwada is 494277. The village covers a total geographical area of 768.32 hectares and falls under the 480115 pincode. Chaurai Khas is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Machiwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Machiwada
According to the 2011 Census, Machiwada village had a total population of 1,175 people, including 594 males and 581 females, living in 260 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.86%, with male literacy at 81.11% and female literacy at 66.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 60, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 73.
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 | 1,175 | 594 | 581 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 70 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 28 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 73 | 40 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 760 | 425 | 335 |
| Illiterate Population | 415 | 169 | 246 |
Nearby Villages of Machiwada
Machiwada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kirangipar | West | 2.66 km |
| Sarra | South-East | 2.86 km |
| Pipariya Mansingh | North-West | 2.90 km |
| Kapurda | South-West | 2.93 km |
| Salkni | East | 3.07 km |
| Bijhawara | North | 3.91 km |
| Pipariya Ratti | West | 4.18 km |
| Sagar | North-West | 4.75 km |
| Haran Bhata | North-West | 4.81 km |
| Samaswada | South | 5.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machiwada
Machiwada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kapurdha Halt, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chaurai Khas to Machiwada is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Machiwada is about 35 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 Machiwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machiwada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Machiwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machiwada 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Machiwada
Where is Machiwada located?
Machiwada village is located in Chaurai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machiwada?
Machiwada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Machiwada?
The pincode of Machiwada is 480115.
What is the population of Machiwada?
Machiwada had a total population of 1,175, including 594 males and 581 females.
How many households are there in Machiwada?
Machiwada had 260 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machiwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machiwada was 73.86%. Male literacy was 81.11% and female literacy was 66.34%.