Matipura - Bijawar, Chhatarpur
Matipura is a village situated in the Bijawar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijawar and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Matipura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matipura is 458367. The village covers a total geographical area of 506.16 hectares and falls under the 471405 pincode. Bijawar is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Matipura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Matipura
As per Census 2011, Matipura village has a total population of 575 people, consisting of 301 males and 274 females. The village has 134 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 111 literate and 464 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 481 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matipura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 575 | 301 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 79 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 481 | 245 | 236 |
| Literate Population | 111 | 56 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 464 | 245 | 219 |
Nearby Villages of Matipura
Matipura 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 Matipura
Matipura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bijawar to Matipura is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Matipura is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matipura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matipura 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 Matipura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matipura 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 Matipura
Where is Matipura located?
Matipura village is located in Bijawar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matipura?
Matipura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Matipura?
The pincode of Matipura is 471405.
What is the population of Matipura?
Matipura has a total population of 575, including 301 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Matipura?
There are 134 households in Matipura.
What is the literacy rate in Matipura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matipura is 19.30%. Male literacy is 18.60% and female literacy is 20.07%.