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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Machhalighot village had a total population of 97 people, including 51 males and 46 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.89%, with male literacy at 81.25% and female literacy at 54.76%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 97.
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 | 97 | 51 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Village Panchayat of Machhalighot?
The Village Panchayat of Machhalighot is Haladwahi.
What is the pincode of Machhalighot?
The pincode of Machhalighot is 442604.
What is the population of Machhalighot?
Machhalighot had a total population of 97, including 51 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Machhalighot?
Machhalighot had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machhalighot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhalighot was 68.89%. Male literacy was 81.25% and female literacy was 54.76%.