Matnag - Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha*, Palamu
Matnag is a village situated in the Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha* subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhatarpur and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Medininagar (daltonganj). Karkata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matnag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matnag is 365633. The village covers a total geographical area of 309 hectares and falls under the 822113 pincode.
Matnag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Matnag
As per Census 2011, Matnag village has a total population of 16 people, consisting of 7 males and 9 females. The village has 2 households and a sex ratio of 1,285 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3 literate and 13 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matnag are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | - | 3 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 5 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Matnag
Matnag 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 Matnag
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Matnag.
| 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 Matnag is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matnag
Where is Matnag located?
Matnag village is located in Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha* Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matnag?
The Gram Panchayat of Matnag is Karkata.
What is the pincode of Matnag?
The pincode of Matnag is 822113.
What is the population of Matnag?
Matnag has a total population of 16, including 7 males and 9 females.
How many households are there in Matnag?
There are 2 households in Matnag.
What is the literacy rate in Matnag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matnag is 18.75%. Male literacy is 28.57% and female literacy is 11.11%.