Matapankal - Chakapada, Kandhamal
Matapankal is a village situated in the Chakapada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakapada and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Pasara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matapankal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matapankal is 416035. The village covers a total geographical area of 151 hectares and falls under the 762028 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Matapankal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matapankal
According to the 2011 Census, Matapankal village had a total population of 78 people, including 36 males and 42 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,167 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.09%, with male literacy at 70.97% and female literacy at 48.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 78.
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 | 78 | 36 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 36 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 14 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Matapankal
Matapankal 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 Matapankal
Matapankal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Matapankal is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Matapankal is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matapankal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matapankal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Matapankal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matapankal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Matapankal
Where is Matapankal located?
Matapankal village is located in Chakapada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Matapankal?
The Gram Panchayat of Matapankal is Pasara.
What is the pincode of Matapankal?
The pincode of Matapankal is 762028.
What is the population of Matapankal?
Matapankal had a total population of 78, including 36 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Matapankal?
Matapankal had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matapankal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matapankal was 59.09%. Male literacy was 70.97% and female literacy was 48.57%.