Machhabhandar - Nilagiri, Balasore
Machhabhandar is a village situated in the Nilagiri tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Berhampur and around 85 km from Baleshwar. Dharampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machhabhandar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhabhandar is 393294. The village covers a total geographical area of 17 hectares and falls under the 756058 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Machhabhandar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machhabhandar
According to the 2011 Census, Machhabhandar village had a total population of 4 people, including 2 males and 2 females, living in 1 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 100.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 100.00%.
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 | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Nearby Villages of Machhabhandar
Machhabhandar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Palasasana | South | 0.33 km |
| Isanendi | North-West | 0.44 km |
| Dharampur | North | 0.82 km |
| Bankisahikodamada | South-East | 0.89 km |
| Baunsapala | South-West | 1.24 km |
| Dhobahati | South | 1.48 km |
| Kanjiambasana | East | 1.50 km |
| Jhaljhalia | North-East | 1.75 km |
| Punasia | North-West | 1.84 km |
| Analapal | East | 1.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machhabhandar
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Machhabhandar. The nearest railway station is Khantapara, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 121.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baleshwar to Machhabhandar is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Machhabhandar is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machhabhandar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhabhandar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Machhabhandar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhabhandar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Machhabhandar
Where is Machhabhandar located?
Machhabhandar village is located in Nilagiri Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Machhabhandar?
The Gram Panchayat of Machhabhandar is Dharampur.
What is the pincode of Machhabhandar?
The pincode of Machhabhandar is 756058.
What is the population of Machhabhandar?
Machhabhandar had a total population of 4, including 2 males and 2 females.
How many households are there in Machhabhandar?
Machhabhandar had 1 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machhabhandar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhabhandar was 100.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 100.00%.