Machakhayihill - Dharakote, Ganjam
Machakhayihill is a village situated in the Dharakote tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 42 km from Gangapur and around 85 km from Chatrapur. Jharapari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machakhayihill village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machakhayihill is 410769. The village covers a total geographical area of 500 hectares and falls under the 761123 pincode. Asika is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Machakhayihill village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanakhemundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machakhayihill
According to the 2011 Census, Machakhayihill village had a total population of 290 people, including 147 males and 143 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.77%, with male literacy at 41.23% and female literacy at 25.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 266.
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 | 290 | 147 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 33 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 266 | 136 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 47 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 212 | 100 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Machakhayihill
Machakhayihill is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Badulapalli | West | 0.84 km |
| Kandhsundarapalli | South-East | 1.45 km |
| Bhatapada | North-East | 1.68 km |
| Badula | West | 1.81 km |
| Jharapari | South | 1.85 km |
| Kaluku | North-West | 1.97 km |
| Mahulapalli | South-West | 2.14 km |
| Madanagandapalli | North | 2.31 km |
| Chandramadeipur | East | 2.35 km |
| Jhadabandha | North-West | 2.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machakhayihill
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Machakhayihill. The nearest railway station is Brahmapur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Asika to Machakhayihill is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Machakhayihill is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machakhayihill
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machakhayihill village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Machakhayihill
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machakhayihill village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Machakhayihill
Where is Machakhayihill located?
Machakhayihill village is located in Dharakote Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Machakhayihill?
The Gram Panchayat of Machakhayihill is Jharapari.
What is the pincode of Machakhayihill?
The pincode of Machakhayihill is 761123.
What is the population of Machakhayihill?
Machakhayihill had a total population of 290, including 147 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Machakhayihill?
Machakhayihill had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machakhayihill?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machakhayihill was 32.77%. Male literacy was 41.23% and female literacy was 25.00%.