Machhigatta - Mulchera, Gadchiroli
Machhigatta is a village situated in the Mulchera tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mulchera and around 91 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Yella serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machhigatta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhigatta is 539474. The village covers a total geographical area of 146.6 hectares and falls under the 442705 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 91 km away.
Machhigatta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Machhigatta
As per Census 2011, Machhigatta village has a total population of 429 people, consisting of 208 males and 221 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 1,062 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 241 literate and 188 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 256 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machhigatta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 429 | 208 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 256 | 123 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 134 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 74 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Machhigatta
Machhigatta 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 Machhigatta
Machhigatta is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Machhigatta is about 91 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machhigatta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhigatta 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Machhigatta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhigatta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Machhigatta
Where is Machhigatta located?
Machhigatta village is located in Mulchera Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machhigatta?
The Gram Panchayat of Machhigatta is Yella.
What is the pincode of Machhigatta?
The pincode of Machhigatta is 442705.
What is the population of Machhigatta?
Machhigatta has a total population of 429, including 208 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Machhigatta?
There are 103 households in Machhigatta.
What is the literacy rate in Machhigatta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhigatta is 56.18%. Male literacy is 64.42% and female literacy is 48.42%.