Machhia

Machhia is a village located in Tumusingha tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Tumusingha (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Rai Narasinghpur is the gram panchayat of Machhia village.

Machhia has its own place in the vibrant Dhenkanal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Machhia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Machhia is 402865. The village spans a total geographical area of 243 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759026. Dhenkanal is nearest town to Machhia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

When it comes to local governance, Machhia village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kamakhyanagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Machhia

Below is a concise population overview of Machhia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 596 292 304
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 70 34 36
Scheduled Castes (SC) 97 49 48
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 414 220 194
Illiterate Population 182 72 110

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Machhia village:

  • The total population of Machhia village is around 596, including approximately 292 males and 304 females, with a sex ratio of 1041 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 70 children aged 0–6 years in Machhia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Machhia village has 97 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Machhia village is about 69.46%, with male literacy at 75.34% and female literacy at 63.82%.
  • There are around 130 households in Machhia village.

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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ 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.

Jaka Dadhikhai Mandukhura Pandua Dakhinapasi Mahulagoda Barunan Baisinga Karabar Sambalapur Sogarkateni

Frequently Asked Questions about Machhia

Where is Machhia located?
Machhia village is situated in Tumusingha Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machhia?
The Gram Panchayat of Machhia is Rai Narasinghpur (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 759026, 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 596, with 292 males and 304 females.
How many households are there in Machhia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Machhia village has a total of 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machhia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Machhia is 69.46%. The male literacy rate is 75.34%, while the female literacy rate is 63.82%.