Machadih - Jama, Dumka
Machadih is a village situated in the Jama subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jama and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Simra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machadih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machadih is 371628. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 814110 pincode.
Machadih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Machadih
As per Census 2011, Machadih village has a total population of 188 people, consisting of 92 males and 96 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 1,043 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 96 literate and 92 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machadih are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 188 | 92 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 15 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 23 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 62 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 30 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Machadih
Machadih 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 Machadih
Machadih is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Machadih.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Machadih is about 24 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 Machadih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machadih 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 Machadih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machadih 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 Machadih
Where is Machadih located?
Machadih village is located in Jama Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machadih?
The Gram Panchayat of Machadih is Simra.
What is the pincode of Machadih?
The pincode of Machadih is 814110.
What is the population of Machadih?
Machadih has a total population of 188, including 92 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Machadih?
There are 32 households in Machadih.
What is the literacy rate in Machadih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machadih is 51.06%. Male literacy is 67.39% and female literacy is 35.42%.