Matia Doh - Mohkhed, Chhindwara
Matia Doh is a village situated in the Mohkhed tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohkhed and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Pradhan Ghoghari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matia Doh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matia Doh is 495037. The village covers a total geographical area of 344 hectares and falls under the 480331 pincode. Chhindwara is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Matia Doh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Matia Doh
According to the 2011 Census, Matia Doh village had a total population of 682 people, including 365 males and 317 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.25%, with male literacy at 82.00% and female literacy at 47.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 660.
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 | 682 | 365 | 317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 65 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 660 | 354 | 306 |
| Literate Population | 367 | 246 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 315 | 119 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Matia Doh
Matia Doh 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 Matia Doh
Matia Doh 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chhindwara to Matia Doh is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matia Doh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matia Doh 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Matia Doh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matia Doh 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 Matia Doh
Where is Matia Doh located?
Matia Doh village is located in Mohkhed Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Matia Doh?
The Gram Panchayat of Matia Doh is Pradhan Ghoghari.
What is the pincode of Matia Doh?
The pincode of Matia Doh is 480331.
What is the population of Matia Doh?
Matia Doh had a total population of 682, including 365 males and 317 females.
How many households are there in Matia Doh?
Matia Doh had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matia Doh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matia Doh was 66.25%. Male literacy was 82.00% and female literacy was 47.64%.