Machhera Kalan
Machhera Kalan is a village located in Bankhedi tehsil of Hoshangabad district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Bankhedi (tehsildar office) and 103km away from district headquarter Hoshangabad. As per 2009 stats, Machherakala is the gram panchayat of Machhera Kalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Machhera Kalan unique in its vibrant Bankhedi-Hoshangabad region. You’ll see Machhera Kalan’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 Machhera Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Machhera Kalan is 487992. The village spans a total geographical area of 785.66 hectares. Pipariya is nearest town to Machhera Kalan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
Google Map of Machhera Kalan
Population of Machhera Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Machhera Kalan has a total population of about 2,529, with approximately 1,292 males and 1,237 females. The sex ratio is around 957 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 364 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 384 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 601. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.75%, with male literacy at about 65.40% and female literacy near 45.68%. There are around 538 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Machhera Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,529 | 1,292 | 1,237 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 364 | 182 | 182 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 384 | 196 | 188 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 601 | 304 | 297 |
Literate Population | 1,410 | 845 | 565 |
Illiterate Population | 1,119 | 447 | 672 |
Connectivity of Machhera Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Machhera Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Machhera Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Machhera Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Machhera Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Machhera Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Machhera Kalan
- Where is Machhera Kalan located?
- Machhera Kalan village is situated in Bankhedi Tehsil, within the Hoshangabad district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Machhera Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Machhera Kalan is Machherakala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Machhera Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Machhera Kalan is 2,529, with 1,292 males and 1,237 females.
- How many households are there in Machhera Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Machhera Kalan village has a total of 538 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Machhera Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Machhera Kalan is 55.75%. The male literacy rate is 65.40%, while the female literacy rate is 45.68%.