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
According to the 2011 Census, Matipura village had a total population of 575 people, including 301 males and 274 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 25.40%, with male literacy at 25.23% and female literacy at 25.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 481.
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 | 575 | 301 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 79 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 0 | 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 had a total population of 575, including 301 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Matipura?
Matipura had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matipura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matipura was 25.40%. Male literacy was 25.23% and female literacy was 25.58%.