Machna - Mohanpur, Deoghar
Machna is a village situated in the Mohanpur subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohanpur and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Rarhia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machna is 353312. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.19 hectares and falls under the 814116 pincode. Deoghar is the nearest town.
Machna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Machna
According to the 2011 Census, Machna village had a total population of 112 people, including 63 males and 49 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 778 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.61%, with male literacy at 44.23% and female literacy at 17.50%.
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 | 112 | 63 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 23 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 40 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Machna
Machna 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 Machna
Public transport in the Machna is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Machna.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Machna is about 20 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 Machna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machna 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Machna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Machna
Where is Machna located?
Machna village is located in Mohanpur Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Machna?
The Gram Panchayat of Machna is Rarhia.
What is the pincode of Machna?
The pincode of Machna is 814116.
What is the population of Machna?
Machna had a total population of 112, including 63 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Machna?
Machna had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machna was 32.61%. Male literacy was 44.23% and female literacy was 17.50%.