Machandih - Kargahar, Rohtas
Machandih is a village situated in the Kargahar subdivision of Rohtas district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kargahar and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Sasaram. Rupaitha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machandih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machandih is 251771. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 821107 pincode. Sasaram is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Machandih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Machandih
According to the 2011 Census, Machandih village had a total population of 721 people, including 335 males and 386 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 1,152 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.20%, with male literacy at 84.42% and female literacy at 71.08%.
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 | 721 | 335 | 386 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 59 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 464 | 233 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 257 | 102 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Machandih
Machandih 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dalip Chak | South-East | 0.75 km |
| Raghopur | East | 0.91 km |
| Parsupur | North-West | 1.20 km |
| Man Rupaitha | West | 1.34 km |
| Jalalpur | South-West | 1.38 km |
| Samdiha | South-East | 1.58 km |
| Sahuar | North-West | 1.85 km |
| Harbanspur | West | 1.91 km |
| Tilokpur | South | 1.92 km |
| Sarodih | South | 1.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machandih
Machandih is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shiu Sagar Road, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sasaram to Machandih is about 23 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 Machandih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machandih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Machandih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machandih 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 Machandih
Where is Machandih located?
Machandih village is located in Kargahar Subdivision, Rohtas district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machandih?
The Gram Panchayat of Machandih is Rupaitha.
What is the pincode of Machandih?
The pincode of Machandih is 821107.
What is the population of Machandih?
Machandih had a total population of 721, including 335 males and 386 females.
How many households are there in Machandih?
Machandih had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machandih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machandih was 77.20%. Male literacy was 84.42% and female literacy was 71.08%.