Mathani - Khalwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Mathani is a village situated in the Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 85 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalwa and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Jhinjhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mathani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mathani is 505662. The village falls under the 450117 pincode. Chanera(harsud) is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Mathani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mathani
According to the 2011 Census, Mathani village had a total population of 866 people, including 415 males and 451 females, living in 139 households. The sex ratio was 1,087 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.07%, with male literacy at 60.59% and female literacy at 40.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 859.
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 | 866 | 415 | 451 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 75 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 859 | 411 | 448 |
| Literate Population | 356 | 206 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 510 | 209 | 301 |
Nearby Villages of Mathani
Mathani 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 Mathani
Mathani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Chanera(harsud) to Mathani is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Mathani is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mathani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mathani 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 Mathani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mathani 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 Mathani
Where is Mathani located?
Mathani village is located in Khalwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mathani?
The Gram Panchayat of Mathani is Jhinjhari.
What is the pincode of Mathani?
The pincode of Mathani is 450117.
What is the population of Mathani?
Mathani had a total population of 866, including 415 males and 451 females.
How many households are there in Mathani?
Mathani had 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mathani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mathani was 50.07%. Male literacy was 60.59% and female literacy was 40.43%.