Machhapada - Ersama, Jagatsinghapur
Machhapada is a village situated in the Ersama tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ersama and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Gada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machhapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhapada is 397451. The village covers a total geographical area of 146 hectares and falls under the 754110 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Machhapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machhapada
According to the 2011 Census, Machhapada village had a total population of 421 people, including 201 males and 220 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 1,095 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.00%, with male literacy at 86.81% and female literacy at 73.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 99.
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 | 421 | 201 | 220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 48 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 308 | 158 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 43 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Machhapada
Machhapada 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 Machhapada
Public transport in the Machhapada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Machhapada is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machhapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Machhapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhapada 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Machhapada
Where is Machhapada located?
Machhapada village is located in Ersama Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machhapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Machhapada is Gada.
What is the pincode of Machhapada?
The pincode of Machhapada is 754110.
What is the population of Machhapada?
Machhapada had a total population of 421, including 201 males and 220 females.
How many households are there in Machhapada?
Machhapada had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machhapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhapada was 80.00%. Male literacy was 86.81% and female literacy was 73.89%.