Matigaon
Matigaon is a village located in Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Junagarh (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Matigaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Matigaon unique in its vibrant Junagarh-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Matigaon’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 Matigaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Matigaon is 423782. The village spans a total geographical area of 313 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766014. Junagarh is nearest town to Matigaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Matigaon
Population of Matigaon
According to the 2011 Census, Matigaon has a total population of about 1,559, with approximately 770 males and 789 females. The sex ratio is around 1024 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 198 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 218 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.02%, with male literacy at about 65.32% and female literacy near 39.04%. There are around 406 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Matigaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,559 | 770 | 789 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 88 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 218 | 117 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 811 | 503 | 308 |
| Illiterate Population | 748 | 267 | 481 |
Connectivity of Matigaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Matigaon. As per the 2011 stats, Matigaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Matigaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Matigaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Matigaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Matigaon
- Where is Matigaon located?
- Matigaon village is situated in Junagarh Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Matigaon?
- Matigaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Matigaon?
- The pincode of Matigaon is 766014, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Matigaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Matigaon is 1,559, with 770 males and 789 females.
- How many households are there in Matigaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Matigaon village has a total of 406 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Matigaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Matigaon is 52.02%. The male literacy rate is 65.32%, while the female literacy rate is 39.04%.