Matwara - Gadarwara, Narsimhapur
Matwara is a village situated in the Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarwara and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Tekapar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matwara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matwara is 491000. The village covers a total geographical area of 271.47 hectares and falls under the 487771 pincode. Gadarwara is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Matwara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tendukheda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matwara
As per Census 2011, Matwara village has a total population of 446 people, consisting of 239 males and 207 females. The village has 114 households and a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 309 literate and 137 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matwara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 446 | 239 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 28 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 30 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 309 | 185 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 54 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Matwara
Matwara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purguwan | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Manakwara | West | 2.08 km |
| Ratanpura | North-West | 2.45 km |
| Sujwara | North | 2.64 km |
| Gaganwara | North-West | 2.73 km |
| Sihora | North-East | 2.92 km |
| Ghat Pipariya | West | 3.62 km |
| Panari | East | 3.91 km |
| Marka | North | 4.06 km |
| Chirchira | North | 4.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Matwara
Matwara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bohani, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadarwara to Matwara is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Matwara is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matwara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Matwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matwara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Matwara
Where is Matwara located?
Matwara village is located in Gadarwara Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matwara?
The Gram Panchayat of Matwara is Tekapar.
What is the pincode of Matwara?
The pincode of Matwara is 487771.
What is the population of Matwara?
Matwara has a total population of 446, including 239 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Matwara?
There are 114 households in Matwara.
What is the literacy rate in Matwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matwara is 69.28%. Male literacy is 77.41% and female literacy is 59.90%.