Matlonga - Manora, Jashpur
Matlonga is a village situated in the Manora tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manora and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Alori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matlonga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matlonga is 433942. The village covers a total geographical area of 341.68 hectares and falls under the 496330 pincode. Jashpur Nagar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Matlonga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matlonga
According to the 2011 Census, Matlonga village had a total population of 152 people, including 79 males and 73 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.77%, with male literacy at 87.14% and female literacy at 49.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 152.
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 | 152 | 79 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 9 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 152 | 79 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 61 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 18 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Matlonga
Matlonga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhargaon | South | 1.90 km |
| Kapsela | North | 2.05 km |
| Alori | East | 2.67 km |
| Tamaya | West | 3.47 km |
| Remne | North | 4.37 km |
| Gullu | South-East | 4.40 km |
| Gutakiya | North-East | 4.78 km |
| Patia | East | 5.93 km |
| Orkela | South-East | 6.47 km |
| Pandarsili | North | 7.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Matlonga
Matlonga is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Matlonga is about 40 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 Matlonga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matlonga 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 Matlonga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matlonga 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Matlonga
Where is Matlonga located?
Matlonga village is located in Manora Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matlonga?
The Gram Panchayat of Matlonga is Alori.
What is the pincode of Matlonga?
The pincode of Matlonga is 496330.
What is the population of Matlonga?
Matlonga had a total population of 152, including 79 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Matlonga?
Matlonga had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matlonga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matlonga was 69.77%. Male literacy was 87.14% and female literacy was 49.15%.