Machhalgaon
Machhalgaon is a village located in Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Bhikangaon (tehsildar office) and 19km away from district headquarter Khargone. As per 2009 stats, Machhalgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Machhalgaon has its own place in the vibrant Khargone region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Machhalgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Machhalgaon is 477375. The village spans a total geographical area of 602.77 hectares. Khargone is nearest town to Machhalgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
When it comes to local governance, Machhalgaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khargone Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Machhalgaon
Population of Machhalgaon
Below is a concise population overview of Machhalgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Machhalgaon village:
- The total population of Machhalgaon village is around 1,870, including approximately 936 males and 934 females, with a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 265 children aged 0–6 years in Machhalgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Machhalgaon village has 264 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 241 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Machhalgaon village is about 62.41%, with male literacy at 73.93% and female literacy at 50.86%.
- There are around 376 households in Machhalgaon village.
Connectivity of Machhalgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Machhalgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Machhalgaon 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 village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Machhalgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Machhalgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Machhalgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Machhalgaon
- Where is Machhalgaon located?
- Machhalgaon village is situated in Bhikangaon Tehsil, within the Khargone district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Machhalgaon?
- Machhalgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Machhalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Machhalgaon is 1,870, with 936 males and 934 females.
- How many households are there in Machhalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Machhalgaon village has a total of 376 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Machhalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Machhalgaon is 62.41%. The male literacy rate is 73.93%, while the female literacy rate is 50.86%.