Machhalighot - Chamorshi, Gadchiroli
Machhalighot is a village situated in the Chamorshi tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chamorshi and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Haladwahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machhalighot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhalighot is 539370. The village covers a total geographical area of 118.82 hectares and falls under the 442604 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 64 km away.
Machhalighot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Machhalighot
As per Census 2011, Machhalighot village has a total population of 97 people, consisting of 51 males and 46 females. The village has 23 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 62 literate and 35 illiterate residents. Additionally, 97 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machhalighot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 97 | 51 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 51 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 39 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 12 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Machhalighot
Machhalighot is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Machhalighot
Machhalighot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Gadchiroli to Machhalighot is about 64 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machhalighot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhalighot 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Machhalighot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhalighot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Machhalighot
Where is Machhalighot located?
Machhalighot village is located in Chamorshi Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machhalighot?
The Gram Panchayat of Machhalighot is Haladwahi.
What is the pincode of Machhalighot?
The pincode of Machhalighot is 442604.
What is the population of Machhalighot?
Machhalighot has a total population of 97, including 51 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Machhalighot?
There are 23 households in Machhalighot.
What is the literacy rate in Machhalighot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhalighot is 63.92%. Male literacy is 76.47% and female literacy is 50.00%.