Matigaon - Junagarh, Kalahandi
Matigaon is a village situated in the Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junagarh and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Matigaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matigaon is 423782. The village covers a total geographical area of 313 hectares and falls under the 766014 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Matigaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matigaon
As per Census 2011, Matigaon village has a total population of 1,559 people, consisting of 770 males and 789 females. The village has 406 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 198 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 811 literate and 748 illiterate residents. Additionally, 218 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matigaon are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Matigaon
Matigaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Budhipadar | North | 1.43 km |
| Dudungguda | East | 1.67 km |
| Khinibahal | North-East | 1.98 km |
| Koiligaon | South | 2.03 km |
| Palas | North-West | 2.55 km |
| Dabjharan | East | 2.58 km |
| Bhatraguda | North | 2.61 km |
| Mathura | West | 2.85 km |
| Baragaon | South-West | 2.87 km |
| Barabesal | South | 3.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Matigaon
Matigaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Matigaon is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Matigaon is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matigaon 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Matigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matigaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Matigaon
Where is Matigaon located?
Matigaon village is located in Junagarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matigaon?
Matigaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Matigaon?
The pincode of Matigaon is 766014.
What is the population of Matigaon?
Matigaon has a total population of 1,559, including 770 males and 789 females.
How many households are there in Matigaon?
There are 406 households in Matigaon.
What is the literacy rate in Matigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matigaon is 52.02%. Male literacy is 65.32% and female literacy is 39.04%.