Machurinali - Banei, Sundargarh
Machurinali is a village situated in the Banei tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banei and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Ruguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machurinali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machurinali is 385207. The village covers a total geographical area of 206 hectares and falls under the 770044 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 99 km away.
Machurinali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machurinali
According to the 2011 Census, Machurinali village had a total population of 291 people, including 144 males and 147 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,021 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.20%, with male literacy at 71.07% and female literacy at 43.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 274.
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 | 291 | 144 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 23 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 274 | 139 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 139 | 86 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 58 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Machurinali
Machurinali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sialikudar | East | 1.10 km |
| Sabra | West | 1.60 km |
| Sihidiha | North-East | 2.10 km |
| Purunapani | West | 2.29 km |
| Nadiajore | South-West | 2.67 km |
| Syamsundarpur | North | 3.08 km |
| Gurujung | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Jangla | North-West | 3.78 km |
| Ruguda | North | 3.88 km |
| Ambagaon | South-West | 4.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machurinali
Public transport in the Machurinali is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barsuan, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.6 km.
| 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 Raurkela to Machurinali is about 99 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Machurinali is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machurinali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machurinali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Machurinali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machurinali 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Machurinali
Where is Machurinali located?
Machurinali village is located in Banei Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Machurinali?
The Gram Panchayat of Machurinali is Ruguda.
What is the pincode of Machurinali?
The pincode of Machurinali is 770044.
What is the population of Machurinali?
Machurinali had a total population of 291, including 144 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Machurinali?
Machurinali had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machurinali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machurinali was 57.20%. Male literacy was 71.07% and female literacy was 43.44%.