Machwas
Machwas is a village located in Khategaon tehsil of Dewas district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Khategaon (tehsildar office) and 145km away from district headquarter Dewas. As per 2009 stats, Maachwas is the gram panchayat of Machwas village.
Here you can discover what makes Machwas unique in its vibrant Khategaon-Dewas region. You’ll see Machwas’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Machwas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Machwas is 474211. The village spans a total geographical area of 3503.88 hectares. Khategaon is nearest town to Machwas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Machwas
Population of Machwas
According to the 2011 Census, Machwas has a total population of about 1,686, with approximately 865 males and 821 females. The sex ratio is around 949 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 308 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 202 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 912. The overall literacy rate is approximately 41.99%, with male literacy at about 48.67% and female literacy near 34.96%. There are around 322 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Machwas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,686 | 865 | 821 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 308 | 148 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 202 | 109 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 912 | 451 | 461 |
| Literate Population | 708 | 421 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 978 | 444 | 534 |
Connectivity of Machwas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Machwas. As per the 2011 stats, Machwas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Machwas
Knowing the nearby villages of Machwas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Machwas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Machwas
- Where is Machwas located?
- Machwas village is situated in Khategaon Tehsil, within the Dewas district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Machwas?
- The Gram Panchayat of Machwas is Maachwas (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Machwas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Machwas is 1,686, with 865 males and 821 females.
- How many households are there in Machwas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Machwas village has a total of 322 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Machwas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Machwas is 41.99%. The male literacy rate is 48.67%, while the female literacy rate is 34.96%.