Bachalmeta - Mathili, Malkangiri
Bachalmeta is a village situated in the Mathili tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mathili and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Udulibeda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bachalmeta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bachalmeta is 430398. The village covers a total geographical area of 189 hectares and falls under the 764044 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Bachalmeta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bachalmeta
As per Census 2011, Bachalmeta village has a total population of 106 people, consisting of 52 males and 54 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 1,038 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 29 literate and 77 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bachalmeta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 106 | 52 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 41 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 26 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 26 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Bachalmeta
Bachalmeta 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 Bachalmeta
Public transport in the Bachalmeta is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Bachalmeta is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Bachalmeta is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bachalmeta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bachalmeta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bachalmeta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bachalmeta 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bachalmeta
Where is Bachalmeta located?
Bachalmeta village is located in Mathili Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bachalmeta?
The Gram Panchayat of Bachalmeta is Udulibeda.
What is the pincode of Bachalmeta?
The pincode of Bachalmeta is 764044.
What is the population of Bachalmeta?
Bachalmeta has a total population of 106, including 52 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Bachalmeta?
There are 22 households in Bachalmeta.
What is the literacy rate in Bachalmeta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bachalmeta is 27.36%. Male literacy is 50.00% and female literacy is 5.56%.