Machkal - Mudhole, Nirmal
Machkal is a village situated in the Mudhole mandal of Nirmal district, Telangana. It is located approximately 9 km from Mudhole and around 140 km from Adilabad. Machkal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machkal is 570234. The village covers a total geographical area of 263 hectares and falls under the 504102 pincode. Bhainsa is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Machkal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Machkal
As per Census 2011, Machkal village has a total population of 850 people, consisting of 432 males and 418 females. The village has 199 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 489 literate and 361 illiterate residents. Additionally, 262 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machkal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 850 | 432 | 418 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 44 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 262 | 135 | 127 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 489 | 296 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 361 | 136 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Machkal
Machkal 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 Machkal
Public transport in the Machkal is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Machkal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhainsa to Machkal is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Adilabad to Machkal is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machkal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machkal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Machkal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machkal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Machkal
Where is Machkal located?
Machkal village is located in Mudhole Mandal, Nirmal district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machkal?
Machkal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Machkal?
The pincode of Machkal is 504102.
What is the population of Machkal?
Machkal has a total population of 850, including 432 males and 418 females.
How many households are there in Machkal?
There are 199 households in Machkal.
What is the literacy rate in Machkal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machkal is 57.53%. Male literacy is 68.52% and female literacy is 46.17%.