Machhnan
Machhnan is a village located in Bhagawanpur Ii subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Mugberia are the district & sub-district headquarters of Machhnan village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Radhapur is the gram panchayat of Machhnan village.
Machhnan has its own place in the vibrant Purba Medinipur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Machhnan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Machhnan is 345253. The village spans a total geographical area of 80.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721626. Contai is nearest town to Machhnan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Machhnan
Below is a concise population overview of Machhnan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,137 | 575 | 562 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 58 | 66 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 947 | 510 | 437 |
Illiterate Population | 190 | 65 | 125 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Machhnan village:
- The total population of Machhnan village is around 1,137, including approximately 575 males and 562 females, with a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 124 children aged 0–6 years in Machhnan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Machhnan village has 29 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Machhnan village is about 83.29%, with male literacy at 88.70% and female literacy at 77.76%.
- There are around 275 households in Machhnan village.
Connectivity of Machhnan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Machhnan. As per the 2011 stats, Machhnan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Machhnan
Knowing the nearby villages of Machhnan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Machhnan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Machhnan
- Where is Machhnan located?
- Machhnan village is situated in Bhagawanpur Ii Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Machhnan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Machhnan is Radhapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Machhnan?
- The pincode of Machhnan is 721626, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Machhnan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Machhnan is 1,137, with 575 males and 562 females.
- How many households are there in Machhnan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Machhnan village has a total of 275 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Machhnan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Machhnan is 83.29%. The male literacy rate is 88.70%, while the female literacy rate is 77.76%.