Matpurhi - Tarhasi, Palamu
Matpurhi is a village situated in the Tarhasi subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tarhasi and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Daltonganj. Udaipur A- I serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matpurhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matpurhi is 366161. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 822118 pincode.
Matpurhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Matpurhi
According to the 2011 Census, Matpurhi village had a total population of 607 people, including 331 males and 276 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 834 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.20%, with male literacy at 84.21% and female literacy at 58.55%.
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 | 607 | 331 | 276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 65 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 361 | 224 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 246 | 107 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Matpurhi
Matpurhi 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 Matpurhi
Matpurhi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Daltonganj to Matpurhi is about 32 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 Matpurhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matpurhi 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 Matpurhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matpurhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matpurhi
Where is Matpurhi located?
Matpurhi village is located in Tarhasi Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matpurhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Matpurhi is Udaipur A- I.
What is the pincode of Matpurhi?
The pincode of Matpurhi is 822118.
What is the population of Matpurhi?
Matpurhi had a total population of 607, including 331 males and 276 females.
How many households are there in Matpurhi?
Matpurhi had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matpurhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matpurhi was 72.20%. Male literacy was 84.21% and female literacy was 58.55%.