Machharganwa - Bairia, Pashchim Champaran
Machharganwa is a village situated in the Bairia subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bairia and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Fuliyakhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machharganwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machharganwa is 217407. The village covers a total geographical area of 252.9 hectares and falls under the 845438 pincode. Bettiah is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Machharganwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Machharganwa
According to the 2011 Census, Machharganwa village had a total population of 2,857 people, including 1,514 males and 1,343 females, living in 526 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.58%, with male literacy at 67.63% and female literacy at 48.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 582, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 2,857 | 1,514 | 1,343 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 566 | 303 | 263 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 582 | 311 | 271 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,342 | 819 | 523 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,515 | 695 | 820 |
Nearby Villages of Machharganwa
Machharganwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shampur | South-West | 1.42 km |
| Mangalpur Gudaria | South | 1.57 km |
| Arazi Bandobasti Phulia Khanr | West | 1.58 km |
| Parsauni | East | 1.75 km |
| Phatu Chhapar | North-West | 2.31 km |
| Nautan Dube | North | 2.63 km |
| Siurajpur | South-West | 2.67 km |
| Tola Mansa Dube | West | 3.01 km |
| Dabariya | South-East | 3.05 km |
| Maruaha | East | 3.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machharganwa
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Machharganwa. The nearest railway station is Bettiah, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bettiah to Machharganwa is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machharganwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machharganwa 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 Machharganwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machharganwa 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Machharganwa
Where is Machharganwa located?
Machharganwa village is located in Bairia Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Machharganwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Machharganwa is Fuliyakhar.
What is the pincode of Machharganwa?
The pincode of Machharganwa is 845438.
What is the population of Machharganwa?
Machharganwa had a total population of 2,857, including 1,514 males and 1,343 females.
How many households are there in Machharganwa?
Machharganwa had 526 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machharganwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machharganwa was 58.58%. Male literacy was 67.63% and female literacy was 48.43%.