Matasi - Bhairamgarh, Bijapur
Matasi is a village situated in the Bhairamgarh tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 76 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhairamgarh and around 124 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Tushval serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matasi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matasi is 451284. The village covers a total geographical area of 13.5 hectares and falls under the 494450 pincode. Bhairamgarh is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Matasi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matasi
According to the 2011 Census, Matasi village had a total population of 27 people, including 16 males and 11 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 688 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 4.35%, with male literacy at 8.33% and female literacy at 0.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 27.
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 | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 15 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Matasi
Matasi 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 Matasi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Matasi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhairamgarh to Matasi is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Matasi is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matasi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matasi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Matasi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matasi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Matasi
Where is Matasi located?
Matasi village is located in Bhairamgarh Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matasi?
The Gram Panchayat of Matasi is Tushval.
What is the pincode of Matasi?
The pincode of Matasi is 494450.
What is the population of Matasi?
Matasi had a total population of 27, including 16 males and 11 females.
How many households are there in Matasi?
Matasi had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matasi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matasi was 4.35%. Male literacy was 8.33% and female literacy was 0.00%.