Machhuaghaibada - Basudevpur, Bhadrak
Machhuaghaibada is a village situated in the Basudevpur tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from Naikanidihi and around 61 km from Bhadrak. Rajaharopokhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machhuaghaibada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhuaghaibada is 395034. The village covers a total geographical area of 82 hectares and falls under the 756164 pincode. Basudebpur is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Machhuaghaibada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basudevpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machhuaghaibada
According to the 2011 Census, Machhuaghaibada village had a total population of 555 people, including 296 males and 259 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.60%, with male literacy at 75.10% and female literacy at 57.14%.
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 | 555 | 296 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 39 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 325 | 193 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 230 | 103 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Machhuaghaibada
Machhuaghaibada 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 Machhuaghaibada
Public transport in the Machhuaghaibada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basudebpur to Machhuaghaibada is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Machhuaghaibada is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machhuaghaibada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhuaghaibada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Machhuaghaibada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhuaghaibada 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Machhuaghaibada
Where is Machhuaghaibada located?
Machhuaghaibada village is located in Basudevpur Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Machhuaghaibada?
The Gram Panchayat of Machhuaghaibada is Rajaharopokhari.
What is the pincode of Machhuaghaibada?
The pincode of Machhuaghaibada is 756164.
What is the population of Machhuaghaibada?
Machhuaghaibada had a total population of 555, including 296 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Machhuaghaibada?
Machhuaghaibada had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machhuaghaibada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhuaghaibada was 66.60%. Male literacy was 75.10% and female literacy was 57.14%.