Machi Prabal - Panvel, Raigad
Machi Prabal is a village situated in the Panvel tehsil of Raigad district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from Panvel and around 65 km from Alibag. Wardoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machi Prabal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machi Prabal is 553431. The village covers a total geographical area of 157 hectares and falls under the 410221 pincode. Panvel is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Machi Prabal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Panvel Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maval Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machi Prabal
According to the 2011 Census, Machi Prabal village had a total population of 165 people, including 90 males and 75 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 833 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.68%, with male literacy at 52.00% and female literacy at 36.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 164.
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 | 165 | 90 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 164 | 89 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 63 | 39 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 51 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Machi Prabal
Machi Prabal 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 Machi Prabal
Machi Prabal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Machi Prabal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Panvel to Machi Prabal is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alibag to Machi Prabal is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machi Prabal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machi Prabal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Machi Prabal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machi Prabal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Machi Prabal
Where is Machi Prabal located?
Machi Prabal village is located in Panvel Tehsil, Raigad district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machi Prabal?
The Gram Panchayat of Machi Prabal is Wardoli.
What is the pincode of Machi Prabal?
The pincode of Machi Prabal is 410221.
What is the population of Machi Prabal?
Machi Prabal had a total population of 165, including 90 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Machi Prabal?
Machi Prabal had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machi Prabal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machi Prabal was 44.68%. Male literacy was 52.00% and female literacy was 36.36%.