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
According to the 2011 Census, Machadih village had a total population of 188 people, including 92 males and 96 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.75%, with male literacy at 80.52% and female literacy at 44.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36.
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 | 188 | 92 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 15 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 23 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 188, including 92 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Machadih?
Machadih had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machadih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machadih was 62.75%. Male literacy was 80.52% and female literacy was 44.74%.