Matrala - Pansemal, Barwani
Matrala is a village situated in the Pansemal tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pansemal and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Matrala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matrala is 478448. The village covers a total geographical area of 615.39 hectares and falls under the 451770 pincode. Pansemal is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Matrala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pansemal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matrala
As per Census 2011, Matrala village has a total population of 1,950 people, consisting of 1,000 males and 950 females. The village has 380 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 368 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,044 literate and 906 illiterate residents. Additionally, 214 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,353 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matrala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,950 | 1,000 | 950 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 368 | 201 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 214 | 122 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,353 | 678 | 675 |
| Literate Population | 1,044 | 599 | 445 |
| Illiterate Population | 906 | 401 | 505 |
Nearby Villages of Matrala
Matrala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Oswada | North | 2.11 km |
| Donwada | North-East | 2.39 km |
| Baljhiri | West | 2.91 km |
| Harnya | East | 4.08 km |
| Chikhlada | North | 4.09 km |
| Malgaon | South | 4.40 km |
| Sakrali Buzurg | North | 4.93 km |
| Chichlya | North-East | 4.93 km |
| Padlya | East | 5.15 km |
| Malkatar | East | 5.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Matrala
Matrala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dondaicha, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Pansemal to Matrala is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Matrala is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matrala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matrala 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 Matrala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matrala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Matrala
Where is Matrala located?
Matrala village is located in Pansemal Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matrala?
Matrala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Matrala?
The pincode of Matrala is 451770.
What is the population of Matrala?
Matrala has a total population of 1,950, including 1,000 males and 950 females.
How many households are there in Matrala?
There are 380 households in Matrala.
What is the literacy rate in Matrala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matrala is 53.54%. Male literacy is 59.90% and female literacy is 46.84%.