Machyaghati - Petlawad, Jhabua
Machyaghati is a village situated in the Petlawad tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petlawad and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Hameer Garh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machyaghati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machyaghati is 504385. The village covers a total geographical area of 217.25 hectares and falls under the 457775 pincode. Petlawad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Machyaghati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Machyaghati
According to the 2011 Census, Machyaghati village had a total population of 272 people, including 127 males and 145 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,142 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.20%, with male literacy at 45.87% and female literacy at 31.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 271.
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 | 272 | 127 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 271 | 127 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 50 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 77 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Machyaghati
Machyaghati 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhanyarundi | West | 1.01 km |
| Hiraninamapada | South-West | 1.53 km |
| Hamirgarh | East | 1.64 km |
| Salunia Chhota | South | 2.32 km |
| Sand Ka Naka | North-West | 2.57 km |
| Badvet | North | 2.78 km |
| Junakheda | West | 2.92 km |
| Kuwarjhar | North-East | 3.00 km |
| Salarpada | South-East | 3.40 km |
| Shergarh | North-East | 3.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machyaghati
Machyaghati is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Panch Pipila, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.7 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 Petlawad to Machyaghati is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Machyaghati is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machyaghati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machyaghati 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 Machyaghati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machyaghati village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Machyaghati
Where is Machyaghati located?
Machyaghati village is located in Petlawad Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machyaghati?
The Gram Panchayat of Machyaghati is Hameer Garh.
What is the pincode of Machyaghati?
The pincode of Machyaghati is 457775.
What is the population of Machyaghati?
Machyaghati had a total population of 272, including 127 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Machyaghati?
Machyaghati had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machyaghati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machyaghati was 38.20%. Male literacy was 45.87% and female literacy was 31.45%.