Matigarh - Shahpur, Betul
Matigarh is a village situated in the Shahpur tehsil of Betul district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Betul. Dumka Ryt serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matigarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matigarh is 485987. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.526 hectares and falls under the 460330 pincode. Betul is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Matigarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghoradongri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matigarh
According to the 2011 Census, Matigarh village had a total population of 81 people, including 36 males and 45 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,250 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.63%, with male literacy at 72.00% and female literacy at 47.06%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 81.
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 | 81 | 36 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 36 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 18 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Matigarh
Matigarh 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 Matigarh
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Matigarh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Betul to Matigarh is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matigarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matigarh 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 Matigarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matigarh 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 Matigarh
Where is Matigarh located?
Matigarh village is located in Shahpur Tehsil, Betul district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matigarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Matigarh is Dumka Ryt.
What is the pincode of Matigarh?
The pincode of Matigarh is 460330.
What is the population of Matigarh?
Matigarh had a total population of 81, including 36 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Matigarh?
Matigarh had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matigarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matigarh was 57.63%. Male literacy was 72.00% and female literacy was 47.06%.