Machhariya - Ghansaur, Seoni
Machhariya is a village situated in the Ghansaur tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansaur and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Saliwada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machhariya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhariya is 496262. The village covers a total geographical area of 138.31 hectares and falls under the 480997 pincode. Jabalpur is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Machhariya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakhnadon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machhariya
As per Census 2011, Machhariya village has a total population of 280 people, consisting of 137 males and 143 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 1,043 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 123 literate and 157 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 220 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machhariya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 280 | 137 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 24 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 220 | 103 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 67 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 70 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Machhariya
Machhariya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Masoor Bhanori | South | 1.51 km |
| Hiran Bhata | North-West | 2.88 km |
| Gota | North | 3.80 km |
| Kusmi | North | 4.01 km |
| Khamdehi | South-West | 4.13 km |
| Baksi | South-East | 4.25 km |
| Singarpur | North | 4.35 km |
| Andiya | North-West | 4.79 km |
| Bamhani | North-East | 4.85 km |
| Chinga | North-West | 5.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machhariya
Machhariya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nidhani, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jabalpur to Machhariya is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Machhariya is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machhariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhariya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Machhariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhariya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Machhariya
Where is Machhariya located?
Machhariya village is located in Ghansaur Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machhariya?
The Gram Panchayat of Machhariya is Saliwada.
What is the pincode of Machhariya?
The pincode of Machhariya is 480997.
What is the population of Machhariya?
Machhariya has a total population of 280, including 137 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Machhariya?
There are 80 households in Machhariya.
What is the literacy rate in Machhariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhariya is 43.93%. Male literacy is 48.91% and female literacy is 39.16%.