Machora - Jatara, Tikamgarh
Machora is a village situated in the Jatara tehsil of Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jatara and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Tikamgarh. Machoura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machora is 456759. The village covers a total geographical area of 735.75 hectares and falls under the 472118 pincode. Jatara is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Machora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jatara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tikamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machora
As per Census 2011, Machora village has a total population of 1,486 people, consisting of 794 males and 692 females. The village has 310 households and a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males. There are 209 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 799 literate and 687 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,486 | 794 | 692 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 115 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 799 | 521 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 687 | 273 | 414 |
Nearby Villages of Machora
Machora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kitakhera | South-West | 1.56 km |
| Baharo Tal | East | 3.00 km |
| Simariya | South | 3.33 km |
| Deoraha | East | 4.27 km |
| Phoolpur | South-East | 4.32 km |
| Baiwarkhas | West | 4.60 km |
| Lidhouratal | North | 5.46 km |
| Baldeopura | South-West | 5.77 km |
| Bagoura | North-West | 5.98 km |
| Tanga | East | 6.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machora
Machora is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Mau Ranipur, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.1 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 Jatara to Machora is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tikamgarh to Machora is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machora 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Machora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Machora
Where is Machora located?
Machora village is located in Jatara Tehsil, Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machora?
The Gram Panchayat of Machora is Machoura.
What is the pincode of Machora?
The pincode of Machora is 472118.
What is the population of Machora?
Machora has a total population of 1,486, including 794 males and 692 females.
How many households are there in Machora?
There are 310 households in Machora.
What is the literacy rate in Machora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machora is 53.77%. Male literacy is 65.62% and female literacy is 40.17%.