Machur - Tiruvadanai, Ramanathapuram
Machur is a village situated in the Tiruvadanai taluka of Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tiruvadanai and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Ramanathapuram. Vattanam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machur is 641806. The village covers a total geographical area of 164.38 hectares and falls under the 623409 pincode. Thondi is the nearest town.
Machur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tiruvadanai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramanathapuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machur
According to the 2011 Census, Machur village had a total population of 192 people, including 74 males and 118 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,595 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.62%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 78.57%.
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 | 192 | 74 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 15 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 59 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 15 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Machur
Machur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Odavayal | South-East | 0.97 km |
| Kodipangu | South | 1.33 km |
| Muthuramalingapattinam | South | 1.98 km |
| Mallanur | North-West | 2.37 km |
| Vattanam | North-East | 2.83 km |
| Pullur | North | 3.94 km |
| Kaliyanagari | North-East | 4.03 km |
| Thelur | West | 5.01 km |
| Akkalur | North-West | 5.79 km |
| Thondi | South-West | 5.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machur
Machur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Devakottai Road, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ramanathapuram to Machur is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Machur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Machur
Where is Machur located?
Machur village is located in Tiruvadanai Taluka, Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machur?
The Gram Panchayat of Machur is Vattanam.
What is the pincode of Machur?
The pincode of Machur is 623409.
What is the population of Machur?
Machur had a total population of 192, including 74 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Machur?
Machur had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machur was 86.62%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 78.57%.