Machhia - Basta, Balasore
Machhia is a village situated in the Basta tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from Basta and around 30 km from Baleshwar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhia is 392421. The village covers a total geographical area of 35 hectares and falls under the 756029 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Basta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machhia
According to the 2011 Census, Machhia village had a total population of 868 people, including 449 males and 419 females, living in 196 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.85%, with male literacy at 82.22% and female literacy at 71.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 82, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 107.
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 | 868 | 449 | 419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 61 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 44 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 107 | 57 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 581 | 319 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 130 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Machhia
Machhia 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 Machhia
Public transport in the Machhia is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Machhia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baleshwar to Machhia is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Machhia is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machhia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhia 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Machhia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhia 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 Machhia
Where is Machhia located?
Machhia village is located in Basta Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the pincode of Machhia?
The pincode of Machhia is 756029.
What is the population of Machhia?
Machhia had a total population of 868, including 449 males and 419 females.
How many households are there in Machhia?
Machhia had 196 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhia was 76.85%. Male literacy was 82.22% and female literacy was 71.20%.