Machhia - Kaptipada, Mayurbhanj
Machhia is a village situated in the Kaptipada tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaptipada and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Jhinkpada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machhia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhia is 391172. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 757040 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Machhia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machhia
As per Census 2011, Machhia village has a total population of 328 people, consisting of 180 males and 148 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 822 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 175 literate and 153 illiterate residents. Additionally, 88 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 194 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machhia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 328 | 180 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 26 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 49 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 194 | 106 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 108 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 72 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Machhia
Machhia 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 Machhia
Public transport in the Machhia 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Udala to Machhia is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Machhia 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 Machhia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Machhia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhia 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 Machhia
Where is Machhia located?
Machhia village is located in Kaptipada Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machhia?
The Gram Panchayat of Machhia is Jhinkpada.
What is the pincode of Machhia?
The pincode of Machhia is 757040.
What is the population of Machhia?
Machhia has a total population of 328, including 180 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Machhia?
There are 90 households in Machhia.
What is the literacy rate in Machhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhia is 53.35%. Male literacy is 60.00% and female literacy is 45.27%.