Machla - Jarmundi, Dumka
Machla is a village situated in the Jarmundi subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. Tetria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machla is 369745. The village covers a total geographical area of 177 hectares and falls under the 814145 pincode. Dumka is the nearest town.
Machla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Machla
According to the 2011 Census, Machla village had a total population of 676 people, including 354 males and 322 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.46%, with male literacy at 61.13% and female literacy at 37.27%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 139.
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 | 676 | 354 | 322 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 71 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 139 | 73 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 274 | 173 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 402 | 181 | 221 |
Nearby Villages of Machla
Machla is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hariharpur | North-East | 0.93 km |
| Karhia Bahiyar | East | 1.05 km |
| Parariatanr | North | 1.17 km |
| Danraydih | West | 1.25 km |
| Ambapaghar | North-West | 1.43 km |
| Nutan Thari | North-West | 1.44 km |
| Sirmadih | South | 1.52 km |
| Bunbuni | East | 1.63 km |
| Pandedih | North-East | 1.86 km |
| Taljhari | North-East | 1.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machla
Machla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ghormara, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
Banking and Postal Services in Machla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Machla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Machla
Where is Machla located?
Machla village is located in Jarmundi Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machla?
The Gram Panchayat of Machla is Tetria.
What is the pincode of Machla?
The pincode of Machla is 814145.
What is the population of Machla?
Machla had a total population of 676, including 354 males and 322 females.
How many households are there in Machla?
Machla had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machla was 49.46%. Male literacy was 61.13% and female literacy was 37.27%.