Machamau - Kareli, Narsimhapur
Machamau is a village situated in the Kareli tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kareli and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Machamau village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machamau is 491401. The village covers a total geographical area of 783.2 hectares and falls under the 487001 pincode. Narsimhapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Machamau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narsingpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machamau
According to the 2011 Census, Machamau village had a total population of 976 people, including 502 males and 474 females, living in 256 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.40%, with male literacy at 75.06% and female literacy at 53.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 664.
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 | 976 | 502 | 474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 73 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 664 | 333 | 331 |
| Literate Population | 539 | 322 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 437 | 180 | 257 |
Nearby Villages of Machamau
Machamau 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pala | East | 1.38 km |
| Hinotiya | North-West | 1.84 km |
| Koda | South-East | 2.23 km |
| Bhainsa | North | 2.34 km |
| Datadongri | South-West | 2.73 km |
| Kalyanpur | North-East | 2.81 km |
| Mahalwada | West | 2.98 km |
| Jaitpur | South-East | 3.08 km |
| Garhpehra | South | 3.83 km |
| Barkheda | North | 3.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machamau
Public transport in the Machamau is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Narsinghpur, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narsimhapur to Machamau is about 20 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 Machamau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machamau village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Machamau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machamau village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Machamau
Where is Machamau located?
Machamau village is located in Kareli Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Machamau?
Machamau is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Machamau?
The pincode of Machamau is 487001.
What is the population of Machamau?
Machamau had a total population of 976, including 502 males and 474 females.
How many households are there in Machamau?
Machamau had 256 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machamau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machamau was 64.40%. Male literacy was 75.06% and female literacy was 53.19%.