Machbandhawa - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Machbandhawa is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Machbandhawa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machbandhawa is 214376. The village covers a total geographical area of 763.69 hectares and falls under the 231208 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 150 km away.
Machbandhawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Duddhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machbandhawa
According to the 2011 Census, Machbandhawa village had a total population of 2,425 people, including 1,172 males and 1,253 females, living in 462 households. The sex ratio was 1,069 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.70%, with male literacy at 71.77% and female literacy at 45.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 799, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,199.
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 | 2,425 | 1,172 | 1,253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 471 | 205 | 266 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 799 | 372 | 427 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,199 | 598 | 601 |
| Literate Population | 1,147 | 694 | 453 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,278 | 478 | 800 |
Nearby Villages of Machbandhawa
Machbandhawa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chan Pur | North-West | 1.54 km |
| Sangsoti | East | 2.03 km |
| Jhanak Pur | South-East | 2.21 km |
| Dhanawar | North | 2.87 km |
| Munagadih | West | 3.14 km |
| Chak Bagdari Sani | North-West | 3.22 km |
| Ranadah Tola | South | 3.41 km |
| Karam Tola | North | 3.86 km |
| Tendual | North-East | 4.04 km |
| Baina | North | 4.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machbandhawa
Machbandhawa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jharokhas, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 138.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Machbandhawa is about 150 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machbandhawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machbandhawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Machbandhawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machbandhawa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Machbandhawa
Where is Machbandhawa located?
Machbandhawa village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Machbandhawa?
Machbandhawa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Machbandhawa?
The pincode of Machbandhawa is 231208.
What is the population of Machbandhawa?
Machbandhawa had a total population of 2,425, including 1,172 males and 1,253 females.
How many households are there in Machbandhawa?
Machbandhawa had 462 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machbandhawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machbandhawa was 58.70%. Male literacy was 71.77% and female literacy was 45.90%.