Machua - Nilagiri, Balasore
Machua is a village situated in the Nilagiri tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Nilagiri and around 20 km from Baleshwar. Machhua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machua is 393116. The village covers a total geographical area of 123 hectares and falls under the 756020 pincode. Remuna is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Machua 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 Machua
According to the 2011 Census, Machua village had a total population of 1,053 people, including 501 males and 552 females, living in 246 households. The sex ratio was 1,102 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.67%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 43.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 87, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 588.
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 | 1,053 | 501 | 552 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 90 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 36 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 588 | 273 | 315 |
| Literate Population | 468 | 274 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 585 | 227 | 358 |
Nearby Villages of Machua
Machua 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 Machua
Public transport in the Machua is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Machua.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Remuna to Machua is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Machua is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Machua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Machua
Where is Machua located?
Machua village is located in Nilagiri Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Machua?
The Gram Panchayat of Machua is Machhua.
What is the pincode of Machua?
The pincode of Machua is 756020.
What is the population of Machua?
Machua had a total population of 1,053, including 501 males and 552 females.
How many households are there in Machua?
Machua had 246 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machua was 54.67%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 43.60%.