Matnag - Manika, Latehar
Matnag is a village situated in the Manika subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. Janho serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matnag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matnag is 366906. The village covers a total geographical area of 391 hectares and falls under the 822126 pincode.
Matnag 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.
Nearby Villages of Matnag
Matnag 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kuchal | North | 1.81 km |
| Hesiklbar | South | 2.04 km |
| Rewad Kalan | North-West | 2.41 km |
| Sikid | North-East | 2.84 km |
| Sohdag | East | 3.33 km |
| Marabar | South-West | 3.73 km |
| Bikra | North | 3.75 km |
| Sasang | North-East | 3.88 km |
| Newar | North-West | 4.21 km |
| Jalima | West | 4.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Matnag
Matnag is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bendi, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| 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 Latehar to Matnag is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matnag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matnag 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Matnag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matnag 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Matnag
Where is Matnag located?
Matnag village is located in Manika Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matnag?
The Gram Panchayat of Matnag is Janho.
What is the pincode of Matnag?
The pincode of Matnag is 822126.