Machi Khurd - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Machi Khurd is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Machi Kala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machi Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machi Khurd is 503380. The village covers a total geographical area of 240.79 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Machi Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machi Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Machi Khurd village had a total population of 869 people, including 458 males and 411 females, living in 163 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.10%, with male literacy at 76.06% and female literacy at 51.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 52, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 194.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 869 | 458 | 411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 82 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 30 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 194 | 106 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 466 | 286 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 403 | 172 | 231 |
Nearby Villages of Machi Khurd
Machi Khurd 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Machi Kalan | South | 1.39 km |
| Bakiya | North-West | 2.57 km |
| Rehada | South | 2.68 km |
| Naikhawa | North-East | 3.08 km |
| Chhitawal Khurd | South-East | 3.39 km |
| Lohada | East | 4.05 km |
| Kekraon | South | 4.38 km |
| Kasda | North-East | 4.75 km |
| Bagdara Khurd | South | 4.83 km |
| Harma | South-West | 5.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machi Khurd
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Machi Khurd. The nearest railway station is Karaila Road Jn, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singrauli to Machi Khurd is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Singrauli to Machi Khurd is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machi Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machi Khurd 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Machi Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machi Khurd 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Machi Khurd
Where is Machi Khurd located?
Machi Khurd village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Machi Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Machi Khurd is Machi Kala.
What is the pincode of Machi Khurd?
The pincode of Machi Khurd is 486882.
What is the population of Machi Khurd?
Machi Khurd had a total population of 869, including 458 males and 411 females.
How many households are there in Machi Khurd?
Machi Khurd had 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machi Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machi Khurd was 64.10%. Male literacy was 76.06% and female literacy was 51.28%.