Matapada
Matapada is a village located in Petlawad tehsil of Jhabua district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Petlawad (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Jhabua. As per 2009 stats, Matapada village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Matapada unique in its vibrant Petlawad-Jhabua region. You’ll see Matapada’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Matapada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Matapada is 504348. The village spans a total geographical area of 219.77 hectares. Petlawad is nearest town to Matapada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Matapada
Population of Matapada
According to the 2011 Census, Matapada has a total population of about 801, with approximately 404 males and 397 females. The sex ratio is around 982 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 174 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 798. The overall literacy rate is approximately 23.35%, with male literacy at about 30.94% and female literacy near 15.62%. There are around 162 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Matapada's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 801 | 404 | 397 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 98 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 798 | 402 | 396 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 125 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 614 | 279 | 335 |
Connectivity of Matapada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Matapada. As per the 2011 stats, Matapada had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Matapada
Knowing the nearby villages of Matapada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Matapada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Matapada
- Where is Matapada located?
- Matapada village is situated in Petlawad Tehsil, within the Jhabua district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Matapada?
- Matapada serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Matapada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Matapada is 801, with 404 males and 397 females.
- How many households are there in Matapada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Matapada village has a total of 162 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Matapada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Matapada is 23.35%. The male literacy rate is 30.94%, while the female literacy rate is 15.62%.