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.
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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Udala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machhia
According to the 2011 Census, Machhia village had a total population of 328 people, including 180 males and 148 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 822 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.40%, with male literacy at 70.13% and female literacy at 51.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 88, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 194.
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 | 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 pincode of Machhia?
The pincode of Machhia is 757040.
What is the population of Machhia?
Machhia had a total population of 328, including 180 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Machhia?
Machhia had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhia was 61.40%. Male literacy was 70.13% and female literacy was 51.15%.