Machhadapanga - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Machhadapanga is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from Brahmanigaon and around 142 km from Phulbani. Sonepur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machhadapanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhadapanga is 417258. The village covers a total geographical area of 168 hectares and falls under the 762021 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 118 km away.
Machhadapanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machhadapanga
According to the 2011 Census, Machhadapanga village had a total population of 367 people, including 190 males and 177 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.22%, with male literacy at 54.96% and female literacy at 30.22%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 356.
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 | 367 | 190 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 59 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 356 | 184 | 172 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 72 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 253 | 118 | 135 |
Nearby Villages of Machhadapanga
Machhadapanga 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 Machhadapanga
Public transport in the Machhadapanga is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Digapahandi to Machhadapanga is about 118 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Machhadapanga is about 142 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machhadapanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhadapanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Machhadapanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhadapanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Machhadapanga
Where is Machhadapanga located?
Machhadapanga village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Machhadapanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Machhadapanga is Sonepur.
What is the pincode of Machhadapanga?
The pincode of Machhadapanga is 762021.
What is the population of Machhadapanga?
Machhadapanga had a total population of 367, including 190 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Machhadapanga?
Machhadapanga had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machhadapanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhadapanga was 42.22%. Male literacy was 54.96% and female literacy was 30.22%.