Matewa - Mohla, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Matewa is a village situated in the Mohla tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 22 km from Mohla and around 100 km from Rajnandgaon. Matewa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matewa is 441336. The village covers a total geographical area of 1070.22 hectares and falls under the 491666 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Matewa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohala-manpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matewa
According to the 2011 Census, Matewa village had a total population of 1,391 people, including 680 males and 711 females, living in 286 households. The sex ratio was 1,046 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.66%, with male literacy at 91.43% and female literacy at 68.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 61, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,131.
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 | 1,391 | 680 | 711 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 85 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,131 | 551 | 580 |
| Literate Population | 971 | 544 | 427 |
| Illiterate Population | 420 | 136 | 284 |
Nearby Villages of Matewa
Matewa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhutitola | West | 1.90 km |
| Bawadutola | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Kangalutola | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Birsingtola | East | 2.93 km |
| Keshala | North-East | 3.13 km |
| Gidhali | West | 3.42 km |
| Machandur | North-West | 3.72 km |
| Harrotola | South | 3.81 km |
| Gotatola | South-West | 3.89 km |
| Kakaipar | North | 4.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Matewa
Matewa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambagarh Chowki to Matewa is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Matewa is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matewa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matewa 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 Matewa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matewa 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Matewa
Where is Matewa located?
Matewa village is located in Mohla Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Matewa?
Matewa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Matewa?
The pincode of Matewa is 491666.
What is the population of Matewa?
Matewa had a total population of 1,391, including 680 males and 711 females.
How many households are there in Matewa?
Matewa had 286 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matewa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matewa was 79.66%. Male literacy was 91.43% and female literacy was 68.43%.