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
As per Census 2011, Matanda village has a total population of 709 people, consisting of 357 males and 352 females. The village has 158 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 128 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 336 literate and 373 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 168 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matanda are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 709, including 357 males and 352 females.
How many households are there in Matanda?
There are 158 households in Matanda.
What is the literacy rate in Matanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matanda is 47.39%. Male literacy is 55.18% and female literacy is 39.49%.