Machwada - Lakhnadon, Seoni
Machwada is a village situated in the Lakhnadon tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhnadon and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Machwada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machwada is 495712. The village covers a total geographical area of 632.12 hectares and falls under the 480887 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Machwada 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 Machwada
As per Census 2011, Machwada village has a total population of 996 people, consisting of 492 males and 504 females. The village has 218 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 130 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 595 literate and 401 illiterate residents. Additionally, 231 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 347 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machwada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 996 | 492 | 504 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 47 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 231 | 115 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 347 | 159 | 188 |
| Literate Population | 595 | 358 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 401 | 134 | 267 |
Nearby Villages of Machwada
Machwada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Palari | West | 1.87 km |
| Rahli | South-East | 2.18 km |
| Kalyanpur | East | 2.76 km |
| Madhi | South-West | 2.84 km |
| Atari | North-East | 3.25 km |
| Seoni | South-East | 3.57 km |
| Jamuwa | South | 3.77 km |
| Pindrai | North-West | 3.92 km |
| Karapdol | West | 4.45 km |
| Sagar | North | 4.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machwada
Machwada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ghatpindrai, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Lakhnadon to Machwada is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Machwada is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machwada 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Machwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machwada 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Machwada
Where is Machwada located?
Machwada village is located in Lakhnadon Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machwada?
Machwada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Machwada?
The pincode of Machwada is 480887.
What is the population of Machwada?
Machwada has a total population of 996, including 492 males and 504 females.
How many households are there in Machwada?
There are 218 households in Machwada.
What is the literacy rate in Machwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machwada is 59.74%. Male literacy is 72.76% and female literacy is 47.02%.