Machharanka - Basta, Balasore
Machharanka is a village situated in the Basta tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from Singla and around 46 km from Baleshwar. Raghunathpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machharanka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machharanka is 392168. The village covers a total geographical area of 78 hectares and falls under the 756023 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Machharanka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machharanka
According to the 2011 Census, Machharanka village had a total population of 625 people, including 341 males and 284 females, living in 145 households. The sex ratio was 833 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.99%, with male literacy at 96.62% and female literacy at 78.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 61.
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 | 625 | 341 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 45 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 491 | 286 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 55 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Machharanka
Machharanka 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gangpur | South-East | 1.75 km |
| Gholei | North-West | 1.88 km |
| Sitadiha | South | 1.92 km |
| Gobardhanpur | North | 2.21 km |
| Sunakania | South-East | 2.21 km |
| Chormara | North-East | 2.33 km |
| Chakaraidanki | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Belua | South | 2.51 km |
| Padhiharipur | North-West | 2.73 km |
| Karua | West | 2.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machharanka
Public transport in the Machharanka is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rajghat Halt, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 114.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Machharanka is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Machharanka is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machharanka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machharanka 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 Machharanka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machharanka 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Machharanka
Where is Machharanka located?
Machharanka village is located in Basta Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Machharanka?
The Gram Panchayat of Machharanka is Raghunathpur.
What is the pincode of Machharanka?
The pincode of Machharanka is 756023.
What is the population of Machharanka?
Machharanka had a total population of 625, including 341 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Machharanka?
Machharanka had 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machharanka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machharanka was 87.99%. Male literacy was 96.62% and female literacy was 78.24%.