Khada Macha - Bagbahar, Jashpur
Khada Macha is a village situated in the Bagbahar tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 32 km from Pathalgaon and around 108 km from Jashpur Nagar. Khadamacha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khada Macha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khada Macha is 434314. The village covers a total geographical area of 512.37 hectares and falls under the 496220 pincode. Pathalgaon is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Khada Macha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pathalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khada Macha
According to the 2011 Census, Khada Macha village had a total population of 753 people, including 364 males and 389 females, living in 180 households. The sex ratio was 1,069 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.47%, with male literacy at 60.38% and female literacy at 39.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 483.
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 | 753 | 364 | 389 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 51 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 483 | 229 | 254 |
| Literate Population | 325 | 189 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 428 | 175 | 253 |
Nearby Villages of Khada Macha
Khada Macha 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 Khada Macha
Khada Macha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Pathalgaon to Khada Macha is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Khada Macha is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khada Macha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khada Macha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khada Macha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khada Macha 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khada Macha
Where is Khada Macha located?
Khada Macha village is located in Bagbahar Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khada Macha?
The Gram Panchayat of Khada Macha is Khadamacha.
What is the pincode of Khada Macha?
The pincode of Khada Macha is 496220.
What is the population of Khada Macha?
Khada Macha had a total population of 753, including 364 males and 389 females.
How many households are there in Khada Macha?
Khada Macha had 180 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khada Macha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khada Macha was 49.47%. Male literacy was 60.38% and female literacy was 39.53%.