Machkundtown - Machh Kund, Koraput
Machkundtown is a village situated in the Machh Kund tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machh Kund and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Chikenput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machkundtown village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machkundtown is 429571. The village covers a total geographical area of 285 hectares and falls under the 764040 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Machkundtown village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koraput Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Machkundtown
As per Census 2011, Machkundtown village has a total population of 1,061 people, consisting of 596 males and 465 females. The village has 259 households and a sex ratio of 780 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 781 literate and 280 illiterate residents. Additionally, 270 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 53 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machkundtown are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,061 | 596 | 465 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 45 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 270 | 147 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 30 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 781 | 508 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 280 | 88 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Machkundtown
Machkundtown 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 Machkundtown
Machkundtown 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Machkundtown is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Machkundtown is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machkundtown
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machkundtown village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Machkundtown
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machkundtown 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Machkundtown
Where is Machkundtown located?
Machkundtown village is located in Machh Kund Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machkundtown?
The Gram Panchayat of Machkundtown is Chikenput.
What is the pincode of Machkundtown?
The pincode of Machkundtown is 764040.
What is the population of Machkundtown?
Machkundtown has a total population of 1,061, including 596 males and 465 females.
How many households are there in Machkundtown?
There are 259 households in Machkundtown.
What is the literacy rate in Machkundtown?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machkundtown is 73.61%. Male literacy is 85.23% and female literacy is 58.71%.