Machkheda - Birsinghpur, Satna
Machkheda is a village situated in the Birsinghpur tehsil of Satna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Birsinghpur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Satna. Machkhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machkheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machkheda is 463355. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.29 hectares and falls under the 485226 pincode. Birsinghpur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Machkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Machkheda
As per Census 2011, Machkheda village has a total population of 1,616 people, consisting of 833 males and 783 females. The village has 382 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 233 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 993 literate and 623 illiterate residents. Additionally, 305 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,616 | 833 | 783 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 112 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 305 | 159 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 23 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 993 | 602 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 623 | 231 | 392 |
Nearby Villages of Machkheda
Machkheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karaundi | South | 0.98 km |
| Piparitola | North | 2.47 km |
| Nayagaon | West | 3.09 km |
| Baidan Tola | North-East | 3.19 km |
| Parsauja Kalan | East | 4.14 km |
| Semra | South-West | 4.40 km |
| Reuhan | South-East | 4.42 km |
| Chhanihara | North | 4.48 km |
| Bandhi | South | 4.54 km |
| Khanch | South-East | 4.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machkheda
Machkheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khutaha, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Birsinghpur to Machkheda is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satna to Machkheda is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machkheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Machkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machkheda 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 Machkheda
Where is Machkheda located?
Machkheda village is located in Birsinghpur Tehsil, Satna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machkheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Machkheda is Machkhara.
What is the pincode of Machkheda?
The pincode of Machkheda is 485226.
What is the population of Machkheda?
Machkheda has a total population of 1,616, including 833 males and 783 females.
How many households are there in Machkheda?
There are 382 households in Machkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Machkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machkheda is 61.45%. Male literacy is 72.27% and female literacy is 49.94%.