Matanpur - Shahpura, Jabalpur
Matanpur is a village situated in the Shahpura tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpura and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Matanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matanpur is 489641. The village covers a total geographical area of 534.68 hectares and falls under the 483119 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Matanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bargi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matanpur
As per Census 2011, Matanpur village has a total population of 570 people, consisting of 300 males and 270 females. The village has 142 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 362 literate and 208 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 104 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 570 | 300 | 270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 43 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 53 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 362 | 212 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 88 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Matanpur
Matanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Biharipura | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Jhalon | South-East | 2.13 km |
| Belkheda | North | 2.47 km |
| Gokala | West | 2.63 km |
| Kuda Kalan | South | 2.70 km |
| Sundradehi | West | 3.27 km |
| Jamkhar | North-East | 3.53 km |
| Sunachar | East | 3.59 km |
| Barbati | South-West | 3.81 km |
| Singpur | North-West | 4.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Matanpur
Matanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shridham, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Shahpura to Matanpur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Matanpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Matanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matanpur 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 Matanpur
Where is Matanpur located?
Matanpur village is located in Shahpura Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matanpur?
Matanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Matanpur?
The pincode of Matanpur is 483119.
What is the population of Matanpur?
Matanpur has a total population of 570, including 300 males and 270 females.
How many households are there in Matanpur?
There are 142 households in Matanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Matanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matanpur is 63.51%. Male literacy is 70.67% and female literacy is 55.56%.