Machhia
About Machhia
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Machhia village is 402865. Machhia village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 243 hectares. Machhia has a total population of 596 peoples, out of which male population is 292 while female population is 304. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1041 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of machhia village is 69.46% out of which 75.34% males and 63.82% females are literate. There are about 130 houses in machhia village. Pincode of machhia village locality is 759026.
When it comes to administration, Machhia village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Machhia village comes under Kamakhyanagar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Dhenkanal Lok Sabha constituency. Dhenkanal is nearest town to machhia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
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Population of Machhia
The population details of Machhia cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 596 | 292 | 304 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 70 | 34 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 97 | 49 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 414 | 220 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 72 | 110 |
Connectivity of Machhia
| 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 |
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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%.