Machhia
Machhia is a village located in Basta tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Basta (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Babarda is the gram panchayat of Machhia village.
Here you can discover what makes Machhia unique in its vibrant Basta-Baleshwar region. You’ll see Machhia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Machhia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Machhia is 392421. The village spans a total geographical area of 35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756029. Baleshwar is nearest town to Machhia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Machhia
Population of Machhia
According to the 2011 Census, Machhia has a total population of about 868, with approximately 449 males and 419 females. The sex ratio is around 933 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 112 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 82 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 107. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.94%, with male literacy at about 71.05% and female literacy near 62.53%. There are around 196 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Machhia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Machhia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Machhia. As per the 2011 stats, Machhia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Machhia
Knowing the nearby villages of Machhia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Machhia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Machhia
- Where is Machhia located?
- Machhia village is situated in Basta Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Machhia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Machhia is Babarda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Machhia?
- The pincode of Machhia is 756029, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Machhia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Machhia is 868, with 449 males and 419 females.
- How many households are there in Machhia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Machhia village has a total of 196 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Machhia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Machhia is 66.94%. The male literacy rate is 71.05%, while the female literacy rate is 62.53%.