Matihani
Matihani is a village located in Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Chitrangi (tehsildar office) and 2km away from district headquarter Singrauli. As per 2009 stats, Matihani village is also a gram panchayat.
Matihani has its own place in the vibrant Singrauli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Matihani
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Matihani is 503605. The village spans a total geographical area of 359.98 hectares. Morva is nearest town to Matihani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
When it comes to local governance, Matihani 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 Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sidhi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Matihani
Population of Matihani
Below is a concise population overview of Matihani as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,304 | 668 | 636 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 135 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 7 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,186 | 609 | 577 |
| Literate Population | 681 | 384 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 623 | 284 | 339 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Matihani village:
- The total population of Matihani village is around 1,304, including approximately 668 males and 636 females, with a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 265 children aged 0–6 years in Matihani village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Matihani village has 23 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,186 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Matihani village is about 52.22%, with male literacy at 57.49% and female literacy at 46.70%.
- There are around 279 households in Matihani village.
Connectivity of Matihani
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Matihani. As per the 2011 stats, Matihani had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| 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 Matihani
Knowing the nearby villages of Matihani helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Matihani.
Frequently Asked Questions about Matihani
- Where is Matihani located?
- Matihani village is situated in Chitrangi Tehsil, within the Singrauli district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Matihani?
- Matihani serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Matihani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Matihani is 1,304, with 668 males and 636 females.
- How many households are there in Matihani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Matihani village has a total of 279 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Matihani as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Matihani is 52.22%. The male literacy rate is 57.49%, while the female literacy rate is 46.70%.