Machhrangi - Kalyanpur, Purbi Champaran
Machhrangi is a village situated in the Kalyanpur subdivision of Purbi Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from Kalyanpur and around 26 km from Motihari. Parsauni Wazid serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machhrangi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhrangi is 218262. The village covers a total geographical area of 20.2 hectares and falls under the 845413 pincode. Chakia is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Machhrangi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalyanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Purvi Champaran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machhrangi
As per Census 2011, Machhrangi village has a total population of 152 people, consisting of 73 males and 79 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 1,082 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 51 literate and 101 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machhrangi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 152 | 73 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 36 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 37 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Machhrangi
Machhrangi 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 Machhrangi
Public transport in the Machhrangi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Machhrangi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Chakia to Machhrangi is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Motihari to Machhrangi is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machhrangi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhrangi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Machhrangi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhrangi 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Machhrangi
Where is Machhrangi located?
Machhrangi village is located in Kalyanpur Subdivision, Purbi Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machhrangi?
The Gram Panchayat of Machhrangi is Parsauni Wazid.
What is the pincode of Machhrangi?
The pincode of Machhrangi is 845413.
What is the population of Machhrangi?
Machhrangi has a total population of 152, including 73 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Machhrangi?
There are 28 households in Machhrangi.
What is the literacy rate in Machhrangi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhrangi is 33.55%. Male literacy is 49.32% and female literacy is 18.99%.