Matigada - Oupada, Balasore
Matigada is a village situated in the Oupada tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from Oupada and around 60 km from Baleshwar. Talakia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matigada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matigada is 393364. The village covers a total geographical area of 25 hectares and falls under the 756049 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Matigada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matigada
According to the 2011 Census, Matigada village had a total population of 407 people, including 218 males and 189 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 867 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.12%, with male literacy at 91.88% and female literacy at 77.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 107, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 46.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 407 | 218 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 51 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 46 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 309 | 181 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 37 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Matigada
Matigada 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 Matigada
Public transport in the Matigada is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Soro to Matigada is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Matigada is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matigada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matigada 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 Matigada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matigada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Matigada
Where is Matigada located?
Matigada village is located in Oupada Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Matigada?
The Gram Panchayat of Matigada is Talakia.
What is the pincode of Matigada?
The pincode of Matigada is 756049.
What is the population of Matigada?
Matigada had a total population of 407, including 218 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Matigada?
Matigada had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matigada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matigada was 85.12%. Male literacy was 91.88% and female literacy was 77.11%.