Machhindrakhed - Shegaon, Buldhana
Machhindrakhed is a village situated in the Shegaon tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from Shegaon and around 72 km from Buldana. Maschindrakhed serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machhindrakhed village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhindrakhed is 528407. The village covers a total geographical area of 707.65 hectares and falls under the 444304 pincode. Khamgaon is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Machhindrakhed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khamgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buldhana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machhindrakhed
As per Census 2011, Machhindrakhed village has a total population of 879 people, consisting of 452 males and 427 females. The village has 231 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 660 literate and 219 illiterate residents. Additionally, 264 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 93 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machhindrakhed are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 879 | 452 | 427 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 69 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 264 | 138 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 49 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 660 | 358 | 302 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 94 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Machhindrakhed
Machhindrakhed 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Taroda Tarodi | East | 2.65 km |
| Brahmanwada | South-West | 3.02 km |
| Chinchkhed | North | 3.45 km |
| Nimbi | South-West | 4.52 km |
| Dondwada | West | 5.22 km |
| Waradh | West | 5.22 km |
| Bhastan | North | 5.34 km |
| Bhongaon | North-East | 5.38 km |
| Kurkhed | South-East | 5.54 km |
| Dolarkhed | North-West | 5.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machhindrakhed
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Machhindrakhed. The nearest railway station is Jalamb Jn, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khamgaon to Machhindrakhed is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Machhindrakhed is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machhindrakhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhindrakhed village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Machhindrakhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhindrakhed 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Machhindrakhed
Where is Machhindrakhed located?
Machhindrakhed village is located in Shegaon Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machhindrakhed?
The Gram Panchayat of Machhindrakhed is Maschindrakhed.
What is the pincode of Machhindrakhed?
The pincode of Machhindrakhed is 444304.
What is the population of Machhindrakhed?
Machhindrakhed has a total population of 879, including 452 males and 427 females.
How many households are there in Machhindrakhed?
There are 231 households in Machhindrakhed.
What is the literacy rate in Machhindrakhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhindrakhed is 75.09%. Male literacy is 79.20% and female literacy is 70.73%.