Machla - Taldangra, Bankura
Machla is a village situated in the Taldangra subdivision of Bankura district, West Bengal. Fulmati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machla is 328688. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.37 hectares and falls under the 722152 pincode. Bankura is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Machla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Taldangra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bankura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machla
As per Census 2011, Machla village has a total population of 437 people, consisting of 218 males and 219 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 245 literate and 192 illiterate residents. Additionally, 433 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 437 | 218 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 433 | 215 | 218 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 245 | 148 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 70 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Machla
Machla 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 Machla
Machla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bankura to Machla is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machla 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Machla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Machla
Where is Machla located?
Machla village is located in Taldangra Subdivision, Bankura district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machla?
The Gram Panchayat of Machla is Fulmati.
What is the pincode of Machla?
The pincode of Machla is 722152.
What is the population of Machla?
Machla has a total population of 437, including 218 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Machla?
There are 96 households in Machla.
What is the literacy rate in Machla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machla is 56.06%. Male literacy is 67.89% and female literacy is 44.29%.