Matapur - Khalwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Matapur is a village situated in the Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalwa and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Matapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matapur is 505583. The village covers a total geographical area of 596.04 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Chanera(harsud) is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Matapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harsud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matapur
As per Census 2011, Matapur village has a total population of 1,308 people, consisting of 688 males and 620 females. The village has 248 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 249 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 637 literate and 671 illiterate residents. Additionally, 124 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 933 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,308 | 688 | 620 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 123 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 66 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 933 | 489 | 444 |
| Literate Population | 637 | 431 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 671 | 257 | 414 |
Nearby Villages of Matapur
Matapur 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 Matapur
Matapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Matapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chanera(harsud) to Matapur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Matapur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Matapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matapur 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 Matapur
Where is Matapur located?
Matapur village is located in Khalwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matapur?
Matapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Matapur?
The pincode of Matapur is 450001.
What is the population of Matapur?
Matapur has a total population of 1,308, including 688 males and 620 females.
How many households are there in Matapur?
There are 248 households in Matapur.
What is the literacy rate in Matapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matapur is 48.70%. Male literacy is 62.65% and female literacy is 33.23%.