Matawal Alias Danitola - Bichhiya, Mandla
Matawal Alias Danitola is a village situated in the Bichhiya tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhiya and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Danitola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matawal Alias Danitola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matawal Alias Danitola is 493343. The village covers a total geographical area of 1489.13 hectares and falls under the 481995 pincode. Bichhiya is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Matawal Alias Danitola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Matawal Alias Danitola
As per Census 2011, Matawal Alias Danitola village has a total population of 2,575 people, consisting of 1,298 males and 1,277 females. The village has 633 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 381 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,269 literate and 1,306 illiterate residents. Additionally, 104 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,561 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matawal Alias Danitola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,575 | 1,298 | 1,277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 381 | 183 | 198 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 58 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,561 | 768 | 793 |
| Literate Population | 1,269 | 790 | 479 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,306 | 508 | 798 |
Nearby Villages of Matawal Alias Danitola
Matawal Alias Danitola is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Niwsa | South-East | 2.41 km |
| Kumhi | North | 2.75 km |
| Bhapsa | South | 2.79 km |
| Khajari | North-West | 3.10 km |
| Basaniya | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Bhonkadeori | East | 3.16 km |
| Khamrauti Ryt. | South-West | 4.04 km |
| Ishwarpur | East | 4.27 km |
| Junwani | West | 4.32 km |
| Dundi | North-East | 4.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Matawal Alias Danitola
Matawal Alias Danitola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mandla Fort, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bichhiya to Matawal Alias Danitola is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandla to Matawal Alias Danitola is about 64 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 Matawal Alias Danitola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matawal Alias Danitola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Matawal Alias Danitola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matawal Alias Danitola 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 Matawal Alias Danitola
Where is Matawal Alias Danitola located?
Matawal Alias Danitola village is located in Bichhiya Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matawal Alias Danitola?
The Gram Panchayat of Matawal Alias Danitola is Danitola.
What is the pincode of Matawal Alias Danitola?
The pincode of Matawal Alias Danitola is 481995.
What is the population of Matawal Alias Danitola?
Matawal Alias Danitola has a total population of 2,575, including 1,298 males and 1,277 females.
How many households are there in Matawal Alias Danitola?
There are 633 households in Matawal Alias Danitola.
What is the literacy rate in Matawal Alias Danitola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matawal Alias Danitola is 49.28%. Male literacy is 60.86% and female literacy is 37.51%.