Matekheda - Chhuriya, Rajnandgaon
Matekheda is a village situated in the Chhuriya tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhuriya and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Matekheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matekheda is 440957. The village covers a total geographical area of 581.43 hectares and falls under the 491558 pincode. Chhuria is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Matekheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khujji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matekheda
As per Census 2011, Matekheda village has a total population of 1,365 people, consisting of 691 males and 674 females. The village has 278 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 194 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 880 literate and 485 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 337 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matekheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,365 | 691 | 674 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 102 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 337 | 168 | 169 |
| Literate Population | 880 | 486 | 394 |
| Illiterate Population | 485 | 205 | 280 |
Nearby Villages of Matekheda
Matekheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Fafamar | South | 2.09 km |
| Dharmu Tola | North-West | 2.36 km |
| Chhita Kasa | East | 2.66 km |
| Salhe Tola | North-East | 2.66 km |
| Masul | West | 2.75 km |
| Gainda Tola | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Jangalpur | East | 3.69 km |
| Metepar | South-West | 3.79 km |
| Lulikasa | South-East | 4.13 km |
| Gidhwa Bhanwar | North-West | 4.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Matekheda
Matekheda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Paniajob, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.9 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 Chhuria to Matekheda is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Matekheda is about 60 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 Matekheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matekheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Matekheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matekheda 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matekheda
Where is Matekheda located?
Matekheda village is located in Chhuriya Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matekheda?
Matekheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Matekheda?
The pincode of Matekheda is 491558.
What is the population of Matekheda?
Matekheda has a total population of 1,365, including 691 males and 674 females.
How many households are there in Matekheda?
There are 278 households in Matekheda.
What is the literacy rate in Matekheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matekheda is 64.47%. Male literacy is 70.33% and female literacy is 58.46%.