Machatanr - Chandankiyari, Bokaro
Machatanr is a village situated in the Chandankiyari subdivision of Bokaro district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandankiyari and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Bokaro. Nayawon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machatanr village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machatanr is 362783. The village covers a total geographical area of 185.05 hectares and falls under the 828134 pincode. Bokaro is the nearest town.
Machatanr village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Machatanr
According to the 2011 Census, Machatanr village had a total population of 1,136 people, including 571 males and 565 females, living in 204 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.66%, with male literacy at 88.67% and female literacy at 62.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 1,136 | 571 | 565 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 68 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 749 | 446 | 303 |
| Illiterate Population | 387 | 125 | 262 |
Nearby Villages of Machatanr
Machatanr 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 Machatanr
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Machatanr. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Machatanr.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bokaro to Machatanr is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machatanr
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machatanr village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Machatanr
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machatanr village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Machatanr
Where is Machatanr located?
Machatanr village is located in Chandankiyari Subdivision, Bokaro district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Machatanr?
The Gram Panchayat of Machatanr is Nayawon.
What is the pincode of Machatanr?
The pincode of Machatanr is 828134.
What is the population of Machatanr?
Machatanr had a total population of 1,136, including 571 males and 565 females.
How many households are there in Machatanr?
Machatanr had 204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machatanr?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machatanr was 75.66%. Male literacy was 88.67% and female literacy was 62.22%.