Machhada

Machhada is a village located in Khaira tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Khaira (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Gagandhuli is the gram panchayat of Machhada village.

Here you can discover what makes Machhada unique in its vibrant Khaira-Baleshwar region. You’ll see Machhada’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 Machhada

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Machhada is 393460. The village spans a total geographical area of 139 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756047. Soro is nearest town to Machhada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Machhada

According to the 2011 Census, Machhada has a total population of about 1,109, with approximately 559 males and 550 females. The sex ratio is around 983 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 140 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 361 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.68%, with male literacy at about 69.77% and female literacy near 53.45%. There are around 262 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Machhada's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,109 559 550
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 140 68 72
Scheduled Castes (SC) 361 188 173
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 684 390 294
Illiterate Population 425 169 256

Connectivity of Machhada

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Machhada. As per the 2011 stats, Machhada had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Machhada

Knowing the nearby villages of Machhada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Machhada.

Frequently Asked Questions about Machhada

Where is Machhada located?

Machhada village is situated in Khaira Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.

What is the gram panchayat of Machhada?

The Gram Panchayat of Machhada is Gagandhuli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.

What is the pincode of Machhada?

The pincode of Machhada is 756047, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.

What is the population of Machhada as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, the population of Machhada is 1,109, with 559 males and 550 females.

How many households are there in Machhada as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, Machhada village has a total of 262 households.

What is the literacy rate in Machhada as per the 2011 Census?

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Machhada is 61.68%. The male literacy rate is 69.77%, while the female literacy rate is 53.45%.