Matmor - Bagli, Dewas
Matmor is a village situated in the Bagli tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagli and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Matmaur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matmor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matmor is 473940. The village covers a total geographical area of 483.16 hectares and falls under the 455227 pincode. Indore is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Matmor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matmor
As per Census 2011, Matmor village has a total population of 2,246 people, consisting of 1,150 males and 1,096 females. The village has 451 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 293 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,293 literate and 953 illiterate residents. Additionally, 277 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 266 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matmor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,246 | 1,150 | 1,096 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 293 | 156 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 277 | 152 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 266 | 128 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 1,293 | 799 | 494 |
| Illiterate Population | 953 | 351 | 602 |
Nearby Villages of Matmor
Matmor 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bamankhedi | South-East | 1.71 km |
| Bedamhow | North-East | 1.72 km |
| Palasihema | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Sekadapura | North | 2.48 km |
| Pipalya Sahab | West | 2.64 km |
| Udanpura | North-West | 2.85 km |
| Semalkhedi | South | 2.89 km |
| Lasudiyalad | North-West | 2.91 km |
| Bhutadi | North | 2.94 km |
| Shivpur | South | 2.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Matmor
Matmor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dewas, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Indore to Matmor is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Matmor is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matmor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matmor 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Matmor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matmor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Matmor
Where is Matmor located?
Matmor village is located in Bagli Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matmor?
The Gram Panchayat of Matmor is Matmaur.
What is the pincode of Matmor?
The pincode of Matmor is 455227.
What is the population of Matmor?
Matmor has a total population of 2,246, including 1,150 males and 1,096 females.
How many households are there in Matmor?
There are 451 households in Matmor.
What is the literacy rate in Matmor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matmor is 57.57%. Male literacy is 69.48% and female literacy is 45.07%.