Machhagarh - Saharapada, Keonjhar
Machhagarh is a village situated in the Saharapada tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Patana and around 72 km from Kendujhar. Machhagarh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhagarh is 385845. The village covers a total geographical area of 336 hectares and falls under the 758030 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Machhagarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machhagarh
As per Census 2011, Machhagarh village has a total population of 938 people, consisting of 460 males and 478 females. The village has 243 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 643 literate and 295 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 63 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machhagarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 938 | 460 | 478 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 57 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 32 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 643 | 345 | 298 |
| Illiterate Population | 295 | 115 | 180 |
Nearby Villages of Machhagarh
Machhagarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sanabaliposi | North | 1.46 km |
| Sunariposi | South | 1.53 km |
| Dhatikibeda | East | 1.65 km |
| Paitamaja | West | 1.99 km |
| Kaliaduma | South-West | 2.42 km |
| Palasapada | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Sarubil | South-East | 2.63 km |
| Gorasa | North-West | 3.03 km |
| Rengalbeda | North-East | 3.05 km |
| Dudhanali | North-West | 3.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machhagarh
Machhagarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sitabanji, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.6 km.
| 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 Karanjia to Machhagarh is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Machhagarh is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machhagarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhagarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Machhagarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhagarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Machhagarh
Where is Machhagarh located?
Machhagarh village is located in Saharapada Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machhagarh?
Machhagarh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Machhagarh?
The pincode of Machhagarh is 758030.
What is the population of Machhagarh?
Machhagarh has a total population of 938, including 460 males and 478 females.
How many households are there in Machhagarh?
There are 243 households in Machhagarh.
What is the literacy rate in Machhagarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhagarh is 68.55%. Male literacy is 75.00% and female literacy is 62.34%.