Matakupa - Kantamal, Boudh
Matakupa is a village situated in the Kantamal tehsil of Boudh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Kantamal and around 95 km from Baudh. Baragaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matakupa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matakupa is 417766. The village covers a total geographical area of 30 hectares and falls under the 762017 pincode. Tarbha is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Matakupa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kantamal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matakupa
As per Census 2011, Matakupa village has a total population of 47 people, consisting of 23 males and 24 females. The village has 10 households and a sex ratio of 1,043 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 19 literate and 28 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matakupa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 11 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Matakupa
Matakupa 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 Matakupa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Matakupa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tarbha to Matakupa is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baudh to Matakupa is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matakupa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matakupa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Matakupa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matakupa 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matakupa
Where is Matakupa located?
Matakupa village is located in Kantamal Tehsil, Boudh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matakupa?
The Gram Panchayat of Matakupa is Baragaon.
What is the pincode of Matakupa?
The pincode of Matakupa is 762017.
What is the population of Matakupa?
Matakupa has a total population of 47, including 23 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Matakupa?
There are 10 households in Matakupa.
What is the literacy rate in Matakupa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matakupa is 40.43%. Male literacy is 52.17% and female literacy is 29.17%.