Matlaung - Manika, Latehar
Matlaung is a village situated in the Manika subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manika and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Matlong serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matlaung village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matlaung is 366918. The village covers a total geographical area of 1134 hectares and falls under the 822126 pincode.
Matlaung village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matlaung
As per Census 2011, Matlaung village has a total population of 3,700 people, consisting of 1,886 males and 1,814 females. The village has 692 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 733 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,810 literate and 1,890 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,211 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,580 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matlaung are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,700 | 1,886 | 1,814 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 733 | 358 | 375 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,211 | 620 | 591 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,580 | 792 | 788 |
| Literate Population | 1,810 | 1,087 | 723 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,890 | 799 | 1,091 |
Nearby Villages of Matlaung
Matlaung 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kurid | North-East | 2.85 km |
| Palhea | North-West | 3.03 km |
| Jalima | East | 3.19 km |
| South-West | 3.20 km | |
| Madandih | South-East | 3.41 km |
| Bishunbandh | South-East | 3.52 km |
| Kurund | North | 3.65 km |
| Beang | North-East | 4.17 km |
| Puruipalhea | West | 4.19 km |
| Jungur | West | 4.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Matlaung
Matlaung is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bendi, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Latehar to Matlaung is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matlaung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matlaung village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Matlaung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matlaung village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Matlaung
Where is Matlaung located?
Matlaung village is located in Manika Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matlaung?
The Gram Panchayat of Matlaung is Matlong.
What is the pincode of Matlaung?
The pincode of Matlaung is 822126.
What is the population of Matlaung?
Matlaung has a total population of 3,700, including 1,886 males and 1,814 females.
How many households are there in Matlaung?
There are 692 households in Matlaung.
What is the literacy rate in Matlaung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matlaung is 48.92%. Male literacy is 57.64% and female literacy is 39.86%.