Machhalgaon - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Machhalgaon is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Machhalgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhalgaon is 477375. The village covers a total geographical area of 602.77 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Khargone is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Machhalgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machhalgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Machhalgaon village had a total population of 1,870 people, including 936 males and 934 females, living in 376 households. The sex ratio was 998 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.71%, with male literacy at 85.43% and female literacy at 59.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 264, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 241.
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 | 1,870 | 936 | 934 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 126 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 264 | 134 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 241 | 95 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 1,167 | 692 | 475 |
| Illiterate Population | 703 | 244 | 459 |
Nearby Villages of Machhalgaon
Machhalgaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Machhalgaon
Public transport in the Machhalgaon is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Machhalgaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khargone to Machhalgaon is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machhalgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhalgaon 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 Machhalgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhalgaon 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 Machhalgaon
Where is Machhalgaon located?
Machhalgaon village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machhalgaon?
Machhalgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Machhalgaon?
The pincode of Machhalgaon is 451331.
What is the population of Machhalgaon?
Machhalgaon had a total population of 1,870, including 936 males and 934 females.
How many households are there in Machhalgaon?
Machhalgaon had 376 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machhalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhalgaon was 72.71%. Male literacy was 85.43% and female literacy was 59.75%.