Matka - Athner, Betul
Matka is a village situated in the Athner tehsil of Betul district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Athner and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Betul. Dayawani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matka is 485510. The village covers a total geographical area of 380 hectares and falls under the 460220 pincode. Bhainsdehi is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Matka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhainsdehi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matka
As per Census 2011, Matka village has a total population of 751 people, consisting of 371 males and 380 females. The village has 156 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 436 literate and 315 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 698 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 751 | 371 | 380 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 56 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 698 | 343 | 355 |
| Literate Population | 436 | 253 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 315 | 118 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Matka
Matka 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathakheda | South | 3.20 km |
| Malegaon Jhiri | West | 3.47 km |
| Yedhapur (adapur) | South-West | 3.93 km |
| Khadgarh Malgujari (khatrarh) | South | 4.20 km |
| Kordi | West | 4.26 km |
| Khadgarh Raiyat (khatgarh) | South | 5.27 km |
| Tanki | East | 5.68 km |
| Pipalana Kalan | South-West | 5.95 km |
| Kothalkund | West | 6.05 km |
| Gadra Jhiri | North | 6.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Matka
Matka is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kolvihir, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.8 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 Bhainsdehi to Matka is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Betul to Matka is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matka 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Matka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matka 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 Matka
Where is Matka located?
Matka village is located in Athner Tehsil, Betul district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matka?
The Gram Panchayat of Matka is Dayawani.
What is the pincode of Matka?
The pincode of Matka is 460220.
What is the population of Matka?
Matka has a total population of 751, including 371 males and 380 females.
How many households are there in Matka?
There are 156 households in Matka.
What is the literacy rate in Matka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matka is 58.06%. Male literacy is 68.19% and female literacy is 48.16%.