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
As per Census 2011, Machhapadar village has a total population of 241 people, consisting of 119 males and 122 females. The village has 57 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 57 literate and 184 illiterate residents. Additionally, 241 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machhapadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 241 | 119 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| 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 has a total population of 241, including 119 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Machhapadar?
There are 57 households in Machhapadar.
What is the literacy rate in Machhapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhapadar is 23.65%. Male literacy is 36.13% and female literacy is 11.48%.