Machhalgaon
About Machhalgaon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Machhalgaon village is 477375. Machhalgaon village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 602.77 hectares. Machhalgaon has a total population of 1,870 peoples, out of which male population is 936 while female population is 934. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 997 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of machhalgaon village is 62.41% out of which 73.93% males and 50.86% females are literate. There are about 376 houses in machhalgaon village.
When it comes to administration, Machhalgaon village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Machhalgaon village comes under Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha constituency & Khargone Lok Sabha constituency. Khargone is nearest town to machhalgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
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Population of Machhalgaon
The population details of Machhalgaon cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,870 | 936 | 934 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 265 | 126 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 264 | 134 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 241 | 95 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 1,167 | 692 | 475 |
| Illiterate Population | 703 | 244 | 459 |
Connectivity of Machhalgaon
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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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%.