Machhalo
Machhalo is a village located in Sainkul tehsil of Kendujhar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Sainkul (tehsildar office) and 92km away from district headquarter Kendujhar. As per 2009 stats, Machhalo village is also a gram panchayat.
Machhalo has its own place in the vibrant Kendujhar 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 Machhalo
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Machhalo is 387296. The village spans a total geographical area of 257 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 758043. Anandapur is nearest town to Machhalo village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Machhalo
Population of Machhalo
Below is a concise population overview of Machhalo as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,000 | 990 | 1,010 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 237 | 127 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 447 | 219 | 228 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 33 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 1,534 | 796 | 738 |
| Illiterate Population | 466 | 194 | 272 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Machhalo village:
- The total population of Machhalo village is around 2,000, including approximately 990 males and 1,010 females, with a sex ratio of 1020 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 237 children aged 0–6 years in Machhalo village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Machhalo village has 447 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 69 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Machhalo village is about 76.70%, with male literacy at 80.40% and female literacy at 73.07%.
- There are around 489 households in Machhalo village.
Connectivity of Machhalo
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Machhalo. As per the 2011 stats, Machhalo had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Machhalo
Knowing the nearby villages of Machhalo helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Machhalo.
Frequently Asked Questions about Machhalo
- Where is Machhalo located?
- Machhalo village is situated in Sainkul Tehsil, within the Kendujhar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Machhalo?
- Machhalo serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Machhalo?
- The pincode of Machhalo is 758043, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Machhalo as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Machhalo is 2,000, with 990 males and 1,010 females.
- How many households are there in Machhalo as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Machhalo village has a total of 489 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Machhalo as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Machhalo is 76.70%. The male literacy rate is 80.40%, while the female literacy rate is 73.07%.