Machwas - Khategaon, Dewas
Machwas is a village situated in the Khategaon tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khategaon and around 145 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Maachwas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machwas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machwas is 474211. The village covers a total geographical area of 3503.88 hectares and falls under the 455332 pincode. Khategaon is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Machwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Machwas
As per Census 2011, Machwas village has a total population of 1,686 people, consisting of 865 males and 821 females. The village has 322 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 308 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 708 literate and 978 illiterate residents. Additionally, 202 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 912 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machwas are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Machwas
Machwas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lakdani | South-West | 3.36 km |
| Ratanpur | South-East | 3.40 km |
| Niwardi | North-West | 3.60 km |
| Junapanibuzurg | South | 3.68 km |
| Lingapani | North-East | 3.75 km |
| Palasi | East | 3.83 km |
| Patrani | West | 4.28 km |
| Ghotamandly | North-East | 4.43 km |
| Harangaon | South | 5.12 km |
| Umarda | South-West | 5.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machwas
Machwas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sehore, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Khategaon to Machwas is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Machwas is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machwas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Machwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machwas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Machwas
Where is Machwas located?
Machwas village is located in Khategaon Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machwas?
The Gram Panchayat of Machwas is Maachwas.
What is the pincode of Machwas?
The pincode of Machwas is 455332.
What is the population of Machwas?
Machwas has a total population of 1,686, including 865 males and 821 females.
How many households are there in Machwas?
There are 322 households in Machwas.
What is the literacy rate in Machwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machwas is 41.99%. Male literacy is 48.67% and female literacy is 34.96%.