Machutar - Mahabaleshwar, Satara
Machutar is a village situated in the Mahabaleshwar tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahabaleshwar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Machutar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machutar is 562970. The village covers a total geographical area of 271.72 hectares and falls under the 412806 pincode. Mahabaleshwar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Machutar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machutar
As per Census 2011, Machutar village has a total population of 869 people, consisting of 427 males and 442 females. The village has 157 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 640 literate and 229 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machutar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 869 | 427 | 442 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 55 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 640 | 347 | 293 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 80 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Machutar
Machutar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vahite | North-East | 1.15 km |
| Tekavali | South-West | 1.21 km |
| Moleshwar | South-East | 1.37 km |
| Navali | West | 1.80 km |
| Mukavali | East | 2.01 km |
| Yerandal | South | 2.27 km |
| Bhuteghar | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Bondarwadi | North | 2.52 km |
| Bhekavali | North-West | 2.66 km |
| Bahule | North-East | 2.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machutar
Machutar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Diwankhavati, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahabaleshwar to Machutar is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Machutar is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machutar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machutar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Machutar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machutar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Machutar
Where is Machutar located?
Machutar village is located in Mahabaleshwar Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machutar?
Machutar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Machutar?
The pincode of Machutar is 412806.
What is the population of Machutar?
Machutar has a total population of 869, including 427 males and 442 females.
How many households are there in Machutar?
There are 157 households in Machutar.
What is the literacy rate in Machutar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machutar is 73.65%. Male literacy is 81.26% and female literacy is 66.29%.