Machhera
Machhera is a village located in Tumsar tehsil of Bhandara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Tumsar (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Bhandara. As per 2009 stats, Machera is the gram panchayat of Machhera village.
Machhera has its own place in the vibrant Bhandara 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 Machhera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Machhera is 536724. The village spans a total geographical area of 270.64 hectares. Tumsar is nearest town to Machhera village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Machhera
Population of Machhera
Below is a concise population overview of Machhera 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 | 1,001 | 498 | 503 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 69 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 57 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 103 | 54 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 638 | 350 | 288 |
| Illiterate Population | 363 | 148 | 215 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Machhera village:
- The total population of Machhera village is around 1,001, including approximately 498 males and 503 females, with a sex ratio of 1010 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 127 children aged 0–6 years in Machhera village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Machhera village has 118 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 103 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Machhera village is about 63.74%, with male literacy at 70.28% and female literacy at 57.26%.
- There are around 223 households in Machhera village.
Connectivity of Machhera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Machhera. As per the 2011 stats, Machhera 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Machhera
Knowing the nearby villages of Machhera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Machhera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Machhera
- Where is Machhera located?
- Machhera village is situated in Tumsar Tehsil, within the Bhandara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Machhera?
- The Gram Panchayat of Machhera is Machera (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Machhera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Machhera is 1,001, with 498 males and 503 females.
- How many households are there in Machhera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Machhera village has a total of 223 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Machhera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Machhera is 63.74%. The male literacy rate is 70.28%, while the female literacy rate is 57.26%.