Matukpur - Kelhari, Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur(M C B)
Matukpur is a village situated in the Kelhari tehsil of Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur(M C B) district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 28 km from Manendragarh and around 58 km from Baikunthpur. Bahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matukpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matukpur is 431660. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.42 hectares and falls under the 497442 pincode. Manendragarh is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Matukpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manendragarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matukpur
According to the 2011 Census, Matukpur village had a total population of 90 people, including 41 males and 49 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,195 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.91%, with male literacy at 58.06% and female literacy at 25.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 44.
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 | 90 | 41 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 16 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 18 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 23 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Matukpur
Matukpur 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 Matukpur
Matukpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Manendragarh to Matukpur is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baikunthpur to Matukpur is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matukpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matukpur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Matukpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matukpur 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Matukpur
Where is Matukpur located?
Matukpur village is located in Kelhari Tehsil, Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur(M C B) district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Matukpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Matukpur is Bahi.
What is the pincode of Matukpur?
The pincode of Matukpur is 497442.
What is the population of Matukpur?
Matukpur had a total population of 90, including 41 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Matukpur?
Matukpur had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matukpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matukpur was 40.91%. Male literacy was 58.06% and female literacy was 25.71%.