Matanda - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Matanda is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Kharadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matanda is 476923. The village covers a total geographical area of 242.58 hectares and falls under the 451224 pincode. Maheshwar is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Matanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Matanda
According to the 2011 Census, Matanda village had a total population of 709 people, including 357 males and 352 females, living in 158 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.83%, with male literacy at 67.93% and female literacy at 47.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 168.
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 | 709 | 357 | 352 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 67 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 168 | 85 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 336 | 197 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 373 | 160 | 213 |
Nearby Villages of Matanda
Matanda 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 Matanda
Matanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Maheshwar to Matanda is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Matanda is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matanda 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 Matanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Matanda
Where is Matanda located?
Matanda village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Matanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Matanda is Kharadi.
What is the pincode of Matanda?
The pincode of Matanda is 451224.
What is the population of Matanda?
Matanda had a total population of 709, including 357 males and 352 females.
How many households are there in Matanda?
Matanda had 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matanda was 57.83%. Male literacy was 67.93% and female literacy was 47.77%.