Matama
Matama is a village located in Chhapara tehsil of Seoni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Dungaria Chhapara (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Seoni. As per 2009 stats, Devgaon is the gram panchayat of Matama village.
Here you can discover what makes Matama unique in its vibrant Chhapara-Seoni region. You’ll see Matama’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Matama
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Matama is 496043. The village spans a total geographical area of 273.61 hectares. Lakhnadon is nearest town to Matama village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.
When it comes to local governance, Matama village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Seoni Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Matama
Population of Matama
According to the 2011 Census, Matama has a total population of about 558, with approximately 289 males and 269 females. The sex ratio is around 930 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 76 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 166 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 354. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.66%, with male literacy at about 59.52% and female literacy near 49.44%. There are around 120 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Matama's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 558 | 289 | 269 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 48 | 28 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 166 | 86 | 80 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 354 | 182 | 172 |
Literate Population | 305 | 172 | 133 |
Illiterate Population | 253 | 117 | 136 |
Connectivity of Matama
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Matama. As per the 2011 stats, Matama had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Matama
Knowing the nearby villages of Matama helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Matama.
Frequently Asked Questions about Matama
- Where is Matama located?
- Matama village is situated in Chhapara Tehsil, within the Seoni district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Matama?
- The Gram Panchayat of Matama is Devgaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Matama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Matama is 558, with 289 males and 269 females.
- How many households are there in Matama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Matama village has a total of 120 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Matama as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Matama is 54.66%. The male literacy rate is 59.52%, while the female literacy rate is 49.44%.