Machan Ka Pura - Mahwa, Dausa
Machan Ka Pura is a village situated in the Mahwa tehsil of Dausa district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahwa and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Dausa. Palanhera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machan Ka Pura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machan Ka Pura is 078247. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.89 hectares and falls under the 321612 pincode. Dausa is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Machan Ka Pura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahuwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dausa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machan Ka Pura
According to the 2011 Census, Machan Ka Pura village had a total population of 451 people, including 241 males and 210 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 871 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.31%, with male literacy at 81.95% and female literacy at 44.51%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 424.
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 | 451 | 241 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 36 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 424 | 223 | 201 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 168 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 73 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Machan Ka Pura
Machan Ka Pura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Palanhera | North-West | 1.63 km |
| Pahari | South | 1.73 km |
| Randheergarh | North | 1.75 km |
| Santha | West | 2.63 km |
| Malpur | South-East | 2.76 km |
| Mohanpur | South | 2.94 km |
| Khirni | South-East | 2.97 km |
| Sendhli | East | 3.16 km |
| Garhi Sadh | North-East | 3.22 km |
| Lalpur | North | 3.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machan Ka Pura
Machan Ka Pura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ghosrana, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dausa to Machan Ka Pura is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machan Ka Pura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machan Ka Pura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Machan Ka Pura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machan Ka Pura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Machan Ka Pura
Where is Machan Ka Pura located?
Machan Ka Pura village is located in Mahwa Tehsil, Dausa district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Machan Ka Pura?
The Gram Panchayat of Machan Ka Pura is Palanhera.
What is the pincode of Machan Ka Pura?
The pincode of Machan Ka Pura is 321612.
What is the population of Machan Ka Pura?
Machan Ka Pura had a total population of 451, including 241 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Machan Ka Pura?
Machan Ka Pura had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machan Ka Pura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machan Ka Pura was 65.31%. Male literacy was 81.95% and female literacy was 44.51%.