Machhapadar - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Machhapadar is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kutrabeda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machhapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhapadar is 428701. The village covers a total geographical area of 56 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Machhapadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machhapadar
According to the 2011 Census, Machhapadar village had a total population of 241 people, including 119 males and 122 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,025 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 28.36%, with male literacy at 43.88% and female literacy at 13.59%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 241.
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 | 241 | 119 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 241 | 119 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 43 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 76 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Machhapadar
Machhapadar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gulumiguda | South-West | 1.16 km |
| Janjeri | South | 1.37 km |
| Utkapadu | East | 1.54 km |
| Kutrabeda | South | 1.58 km |
| Garidi | North | 1.80 km |
| Mahaguda | South-East | 2.16 km |
| Kumbhariput | South | 2.57 km |
| Danijhola | East | 3.10 km |
| Kataguda | South-East | 3.21 km |
| Palaka | East | 3.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machhapadar
Machhapadar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jimidipeta, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Machhapadar is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Machhapadar is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machhapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhapadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Machhapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhapadar 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Machhapadar
Where is Machhapadar located?
Machhapadar village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Machhapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Machhapadar is Kutrabeda.
What is the pincode of Machhapadar?
The pincode of Machhapadar is 764027.
What is the population of Machhapadar?
Machhapadar had a total population of 241, including 119 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Machhapadar?
Machhapadar had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machhapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhapadar was 28.36%. Male literacy was 43.88% and female literacy was 13.59%.