Machhakutajungle - Chhendipada, Angul
Machhakutajungle is a village situated in the Chhendipada tehsil of Angul district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Chhendipada and around 48 km from Anugul . Machhakuta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machhakutajungle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhakutajungle is 404487. The village covers a total geographical area of 298 hectares and falls under the 759124 pincode. Anugul is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Machhakutajungle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chhendipada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machhakutajungle
According to the 2011 Census, Machhakutajungle village had a total population of 177 people, including 83 males and 94 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 1,133 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.30%, with male literacy at 79.22% and female literacy at 75.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 27.
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 | 177 | 83 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 22 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 10 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 61 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 22 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Machhakutajungle
Machhakutajungle 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 Machhakutajungle
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Machhakutajungle. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Machhakutajungle.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Anugul to Machhakutajungle is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anugul to Machhakutajungle is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machhakutajungle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhakutajungle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Machhakutajungle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhakutajungle 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Machhakutajungle
Where is Machhakutajungle located?
Machhakutajungle village is located in Chhendipada Tehsil, Angul district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Machhakutajungle?
The Gram Panchayat of Machhakutajungle is Machhakuta.
What is the pincode of Machhakutajungle?
The pincode of Machhakutajungle is 759124.
What is the population of Machhakutajungle?
Machhakutajungle had a total population of 177, including 83 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Machhakutajungle?
Machhakutajungle had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machhakutajungle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhakutajungle was 77.30%. Male literacy was 79.22% and female literacy was 75.58%.