Machhaita - Tardih, Darbhanga
Machhaita is a village situated in the Tardih subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tardih and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Kursomachota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machhaita village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhaita is 227196. The village covers a total geographical area of 173 hectares and falls under the 847405 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Machhaita village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Machhaita
As per Census 2011, Machhaita village has a total population of 2,434 people, consisting of 1,282 males and 1,152 females. The village has 545 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 364 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,258 literate and 1,176 illiterate residents. Additionally, 521 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machhaita are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,434 | 1,282 | 1,152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 364 | 182 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 521 | 276 | 245 |
| Literate Population | 1,258 | 786 | 472 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,176 | 496 | 680 |
Nearby Villages of Machhaita
Machhaita 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 Machhaita
Machhaita is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Machhaita.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhanjharpur to Machhaita is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Machhaita is about 54 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 Machhaita
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhaita village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Machhaita
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhaita 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Machhaita
Where is Machhaita located?
Machhaita village is located in Tardih Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machhaita?
The Gram Panchayat of Machhaita is Kursomachota.
What is the pincode of Machhaita?
The pincode of Machhaita is 847405.
What is the population of Machhaita?
Machhaita has a total population of 2,434, including 1,282 males and 1,152 females.
How many households are there in Machhaita?
There are 545 households in Machhaita.
What is the literacy rate in Machhaita?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhaita is 51.68%. Male literacy is 61.31% and female literacy is 40.97%.