Machun
Machun is a village located in Piploda tehsil of Ratlam district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Piploda (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Ratlam. As per 2009 stats, Machun village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Machun unique in its vibrant Piploda-Ratlam region. You’ll see Machun’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Machun
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Machun is 470048. The village spans a total geographical area of 836.9 hectares. Piploda is nearest town to Machun village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Machun
Population of Machun
According to the 2011 Census, Machun has a total population of about 1,440, with approximately 734 males and 706 females. The sex ratio is around 961 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 186 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 274 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 488. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.26%, with male literacy at about 71.66% and female literacy near 44.33%. There are around 304 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Machun's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,440 | 734 | 706 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 95 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 274 | 129 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 488 | 250 | 238 |
| Literate Population | 839 | 526 | 313 |
| Illiterate Population | 601 | 208 | 393 |
Connectivity of Machun
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Machun. As per the 2011 stats, Machun had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Machun
Knowing the nearby villages of Machun helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Machun.
Frequently Asked Questions about Machun
- Where is Machun located?
- Machun village is situated in Piploda Tehsil, within the Ratlam district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Machun?
- Machun serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Machun as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Machun is 1,440, with 734 males and 706 females.
- How many households are there in Machun as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Machun village has a total of 304 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Machun as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Machun is 58.26%. The male literacy rate is 71.66%, while the female literacy rate is 44.33%.