Machul - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Machul is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Biswanathpur and around 20 km from Bhawanipatna. Lanji serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machul is 423253. The village covers a total geographical area of 61 hectares and falls under the 766020 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Machul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machul
According to the 2011 Census, Machul village had a total population of 23 people, including 13 males and 10 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 769 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.86%, with male literacy at 85.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 22.
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 | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 7 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Machul
Machul 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 Machul
Machul is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Bhawanipatna to Machul is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machul 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 Machul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machul 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Machul
Where is Machul located?
Machul village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Machul?
The Gram Panchayat of Machul is Lanji.
What is the pincode of Machul?
The pincode of Machul is 766020.
What is the population of Machul?
Machul had a total population of 23, including 13 males and 10 females.
How many households are there in Machul?
Machul had 7 households.