Machanur - Mangalvedhe, Solapur
Machanur is a village situated in the Mangalvedhe tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangalvedhe and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Machanur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machanur is 562631. The village covers a total geographical area of 962.89 hectares and falls under the 413305 pincode. Mangalvedhe is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Machanur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machanur
According to the 2011 Census, Machanur village had a total population of 2,108 people, including 1,087 males and 1,021 females, living in 471 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.55%, with male literacy at 90.97% and female literacy at 77.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 392, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 24.
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 | 2,108 | 1,087 | 1,021 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 237 | 124 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 392 | 201 | 191 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,582 | 876 | 706 |
| Illiterate Population | 526 | 211 | 315 |
Nearby Villages of Machanur
Machanur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghodeshwar | North-East | 3.00 km |
| Bramhapuri | West | 3.13 km |
| Rahatewadi | South-East | 3.27 km |
| Tamdardi | East | 3.28 km |
| Ardhanari | North | 4.10 km |
| Mundhewadi | South | 4.64 km |
| Arbali | North-East | 5.11 km |
| Tandor | East | 5.96 km |
| Bathan | North-West | 6.03 km |
| Fatewadi | South-West | 6.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machanur
Machanur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mundhewadi, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mangalvedhe to Machanur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Machanur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machanur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machanur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Machanur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machanur 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 Machanur
Where is Machanur located?
Machanur village is located in Mangalvedhe Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machanur?
Machanur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Machanur?
The pincode of Machanur is 413305.
What is the population of Machanur?
Machanur had a total population of 2,108, including 1,087 males and 1,021 females.
How many households are there in Machanur?
Machanur had 471 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machanur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machanur was 84.55%. Male literacy was 90.97% and female literacy was 77.75%.