Machhuaghaisana - Basudevpur, Bhadrak
Machhuaghaisana 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 Machhuaghaisana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhuaghaisana is 395030. The village covers a total geographical area of 73 hectares and falls under the 756164 pincode. Basudebpur is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Machhuaghaisana 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 Machhuaghaisana
As per Census 2011, Machhuaghaisana village has a total population of 803 people, consisting of 399 males and 404 females. The village has 149 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 109 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 584 literate and 219 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machhuaghaisana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 803 | 399 | 404 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 50 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 584 | 331 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 68 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Machhuaghaisana
Machhuaghaisana 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 Machhuaghaisana
Public transport in the Machhuaghaisana 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 Machhuaghaisana is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Machhuaghaisana 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 Machhuaghaisana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhuaghaisana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Machhuaghaisana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhuaghaisana 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 Machhuaghaisana
Where is Machhuaghaisana located?
Machhuaghaisana village is located in Basudevpur Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machhuaghaisana?
The Gram Panchayat of Machhuaghaisana is Rajaharopokhari.
What is the pincode of Machhuaghaisana?
The pincode of Machhuaghaisana is 756164.
What is the population of Machhuaghaisana?
Machhuaghaisana has a total population of 803, including 399 males and 404 females.
How many households are there in Machhuaghaisana?
There are 149 households in Machhuaghaisana.
What is the literacy rate in Machhuaghaisana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhuaghaisana is 72.73%. Male literacy is 82.96% and female literacy is 62.62%.