Machharganwan - Sidhaw, Pashchim Champaran
Machharganwan is a village situated in the Sidhaw subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sidhaw and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Chamwaliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machharganwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machharganwan is 216159. The village covers a total geographical area of 103.3 hectares and falls under the 845105 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Machharganwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valmiki Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machharganwan
As per Census 2011, Machharganwan village has a total population of 1,607 people, consisting of 838 males and 769 females. The village has 291 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 325 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 672 literate and 935 illiterate residents. Additionally, 481 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machharganwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,607 | 838 | 769 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 325 | 162 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 481 | 245 | 236 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 8 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 672 | 420 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 935 | 418 | 517 |
Nearby Villages of Machharganwan
Machharganwan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhagajua | South | 0.85 km |
| Khiria Urf Gamharia | West | 1.41 km |
| Kaimabandh | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Kumhia | South | 2.02 km |
| Gurwaliya | North-West | 2.37 km |
| Mahipur | East | 2.48 km |
| Chamwalia | North-East | 2.75 km |
| Maghariya | North-West | 2.83 km |
| Pakargawn | South-East | 3.10 km |
| Narwal | West | 3.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machharganwan
Public transport in the Machharganwan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kharpokhra, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bagha to Machharganwan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Machharganwan is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machharganwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machharganwan 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Machharganwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machharganwan 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Machharganwan
Where is Machharganwan located?
Machharganwan village is located in Sidhaw Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machharganwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Machharganwan is Chamwaliya.
What is the pincode of Machharganwan?
The pincode of Machharganwan is 845105.
What is the population of Machharganwan?
Machharganwan has a total population of 1,607, including 838 males and 769 females.
How many households are there in Machharganwan?
There are 291 households in Machharganwan.
What is the literacy rate in Machharganwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machharganwan is 41.82%. Male literacy is 50.12% and female literacy is 32.77%.