Matauli - Chainpur, Palamu
Matauli is a village situated in the Chainpur subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chainpur and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Medininagar (daltonganj). Bodi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matauli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matauli is 366734. The village covers a total geographical area of 362 hectares and falls under the 822110 pincode.
Matauli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Matauli
According to the 2011 Census, Matauli village had a total population of 1,325 people, including 677 males and 648 females, living in 243 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.64%, with male literacy at 77.88% and female literacy at 52.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 921, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 63.
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 | 1,325 | 677 | 648 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 121 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 921 | 469 | 452 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 27 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 705 | 433 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 620 | 244 | 376 |
Nearby Villages of Matauli
Matauli 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 Matauli
Matauli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Medininagar (daltonganj) to Matauli is about 39 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 Matauli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matauli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Matauli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matauli 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Matauli
Where is Matauli located?
Matauli village is located in Chainpur Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matauli?
The Gram Panchayat of Matauli is Bodi.
What is the pincode of Matauli?
The pincode of Matauli is 822110.
What is the population of Matauli?
Matauli had a total population of 1,325, including 677 males and 648 females.
How many households are there in Matauli?
Matauli had 243 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matauli was 65.64%. Male literacy was 77.88% and female literacy was 52.51%.