Matikhula Gaon - Titabor, Jorhat
Matikhula Gaon is a village situated in the Titabor subdivision of Jorhat district, Assam. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Titabor and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jorhat. Raidangjuri serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Matikhula Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matikhula Gaon is 294066. The village covers a total geographical area of 236.48 hectares and falls under the 785631 pincode. Titabor is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Matikhula Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Titabar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matikhula Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Matikhula Gaon village had a total population of 696 people, including 359 males and 337 females, living in 143 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.58%, with male literacy at 92.09% and female literacy at 78.90%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 112.
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 | 696 | 359 | 337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 43 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 112 | 58 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 534 | 291 | 243 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 68 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Matikhula Gaon
Matikhula Gaon 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 Matikhula Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Matikhula Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Titabor to Matikhula Gaon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jorhat to Matikhula Gaon 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 Matikhula Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matikhula Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Matikhula Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matikhula Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matikhula Gaon
Where is Matikhula Gaon located?
Matikhula Gaon village is located in Titabor Subdivision, Jorhat district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Matikhula Gaon?
The Gaon Panchayat of Matikhula Gaon is Raidangjuri.
What is the pincode of Matikhula Gaon?
The pincode of Matikhula Gaon is 785631.
What is the population of Matikhula Gaon?
Matikhula Gaon had a total population of 696, including 359 males and 337 females.
How many households are there in Matikhula Gaon?
Matikhula Gaon had 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matikhula Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matikhula Gaon was 85.58%. Male literacy was 92.09% and female literacy was 78.90%.