Machhkatta
Machhkatta is a village located in Bolba subdivision of Simdega district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Bolba (tehsildar office) and 51km away from district headquarter Simdega. As per 2009 stats, Malsara is the gram panchayat of Machhkatta village.
Machhkatta has its own place in the vibrant Simdega region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Machhkatta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Machhkatta is 376535. The village spans a total geographical area of 1052 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835223. Bolba is nearest town to Machhkatta village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Machhkatta
Population of Machhkatta
Below is a concise population overview of Machhkatta as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 570 | 279 | 291 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 29 | 44 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 397 | 188 | 209 |
Literate Population | 266 | 148 | 118 |
Illiterate Population | 304 | 131 | 173 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Machhkatta village:
- The total population of Machhkatta village is around 570, including approximately 279 males and 291 females, with a sex ratio of 1043 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 73 children aged 0–6 years in Machhkatta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Machhkatta village has 11 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 397 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Machhkatta village is about 46.67%, with male literacy at 53.05% and female literacy at 40.55%.
- There are around 110 households in Machhkatta village.
Connectivity of Machhkatta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Machhkatta. As per the 2011 stats, Machhkatta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Machhkatta
Knowing the nearby villages of Machhkatta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Machhkatta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Machhkatta
- Where is Machhkatta located?
- Machhkatta village is situated in Bolba Subdivision, within the Simdega district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Machhkatta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Machhkatta is Malsara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Machhkatta?
- The pincode of Machhkatta is 835223, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Machhkatta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Machhkatta is 570, with 279 males and 291 females.
- How many households are there in Machhkatta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Machhkatta village has a total of 110 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Machhkatta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Machhkatta is 46.67%. The male literacy rate is 53.05%, while the female literacy rate is 40.55%.