Machhwai
Machhwai is a village located in Budni tehsil of Sehore district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Budni (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Sehore. As per 2009 stats, Machhwai village is also a gram panchayat.
Machhwai has its own place in the vibrant Sehore 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 Machhwai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Machhwai is 483489. The village spans a total geographical area of 496.15 hectares. Budni is nearest town to Machhwai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Machhwai
Population of Machhwai
Below is a concise population overview of Machhwai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,409 | 753 | 656 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 91 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 75 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 30 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 847 | 530 | 317 |
| Illiterate Population | 562 | 223 | 339 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Machhwai village:
- The total population of Machhwai village is around 1,409, including approximately 753 males and 656 females, with a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 176 children aged 0–6 years in Machhwai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Machhwai village has 137 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 57 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Machhwai village is about 60.11%, with male literacy at 70.39% and female literacy at 48.32%.
- There are around 222 households in Machhwai village.
Connectivity of Machhwai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Machhwai. As per the 2011 stats, Machhwai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Machhwai
Knowing the nearby villages of Machhwai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Machhwai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Machhwai
- Where is Machhwai located?
- Machhwai village is situated in Budni Tehsil, within the Sehore district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Machhwai?
- Machhwai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Machhwai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Machhwai is 1,409, with 753 males and 656 females.
- How many households are there in Machhwai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Machhwai village has a total of 222 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Machhwai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Machhwai is 60.11%. The male literacy rate is 70.39%, while the female literacy rate is 48.32%.