Machhaput - Similiguda, Koraput
Machhaput is a village situated in the Similiguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Nandapur and around 42 km from Koraput. Subai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machhaput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhaput is 429786. The village covers a total geographical area of 85 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Machhaput village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machhaput
According to the 2011 Census, Machhaput village had a total population of 183 people, including 99 males and 84 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 848 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 28.95%, with male literacy at 44.30% and female literacy at 12.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 183 | 99 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 20 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 35 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 64 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Machhaput
Machhaput 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 Machhaput
Public transport in the Machhaput is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Machhaput.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Machhaput is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Machhaput is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machhaput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhaput 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 Machhaput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhaput 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 Machhaput
Where is Machhaput located?
Machhaput village is located in Similiguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Machhaput?
The Gram Panchayat of Machhaput is Subai.
What is the pincode of Machhaput?
The pincode of Machhaput is 764037.
What is the population of Machhaput?
Machhaput had a total population of 183, including 99 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Machhaput?
Machhaput had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machhaput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhaput was 28.95%. Male literacy was 44.30% and female literacy was 12.33%.