Matipahar (Chharra) - Farsabahar, Jashpur
Matipahar (Chharra) is a village situated in the Farsabahar tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Farsabahar and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Maatipahaad Chharra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matipahar (Chharra) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matipahar (Chharra) is 434173. The village covers a total geographical area of 1334.35 hectares and falls under the 496245 pincode. Pathalgaon is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Matipahar (Chharra) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kunkuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matipahar (Chharra)
As per Census 2011, Matipahar (Chharra) village has a total population of 1,590 people, consisting of 786 males and 804 females. The village has 319 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 228 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 938 literate and 652 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,045 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matipahar (Chharra) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,590 | 786 | 804 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 104 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,045 | 507 | 538 |
| Literate Population | 938 | 539 | 399 |
| Illiterate Population | 652 | 247 | 405 |
Nearby Villages of Matipahar (Chharra)
Matipahar (Chharra) is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hathibed | North-West | 3.39 km |
| Joranda Jharia | North-East | 3.87 km |
| Tolma | West | 4.36 km |
| Magarkunda | South | 4.57 km |
| Hurmey | South | 5.01 km |
| Brahmanmara | East | 5.47 km |
| Belmunda | South-East | 5.52 km |
| Sikajor | South-East | 5.64 km |
| Kulharbuda | North-West | 5.64 km |
| Bhelwan | North-East | 6.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Matipahar (Chharra)
Matipahar (Chharra) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ibh2, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Pathalgaon to Matipahar (Chharra) is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Matipahar (Chharra) is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matipahar (Chharra)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matipahar (Chharra) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Matipahar (Chharra)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matipahar (Chharra) 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matipahar (Chharra)
Where is Matipahar (Chharra) located?
Matipahar (Chharra) village is located in Farsabahar Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matipahar (Chharra)?
The Gram Panchayat of Matipahar (Chharra) is Maatipahaad Chharra.
What is the pincode of Matipahar (Chharra)?
The pincode of Matipahar (Chharra) is 496245.
What is the population of Matipahar (Chharra)?
Matipahar (Chharra) has a total population of 1,590, including 786 males and 804 females.
How many households are there in Matipahar (Chharra)?
There are 319 households in Matipahar (Chharra).
What is the literacy rate in Matipahar (Chharra)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matipahar (Chharra) is 58.99%. Male literacy is 68.58% and female literacy is 49.63%.