Matrugan - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Matrugan is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumudibandha and around 124 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Mundigarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matrugan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matrugan is 416960. The village covers a total geographical area of 155 hectares and falls under the 762107 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 99 km away.
Matrugan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matrugan
According to the 2011 Census, Matrugan village had a total population of 399 people, including 193 males and 206 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 1,067 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.65%, with male literacy at 41.45% and female literacy at 32.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 277.
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 | 399 | 193 | 206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 41 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 277 | 127 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 63 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 281 | 130 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Matrugan
Matrugan 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 Matrugan
Public transport in the Matrugan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Phulabani to Matrugan is about 99 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Matrugan is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matrugan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matrugan 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 Matrugan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matrugan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matrugan
Where is Matrugan located?
Matrugan village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matrugan?
The Gram Panchayat of Matrugan is Mundigarh.
What is the pincode of Matrugan?
The pincode of Matrugan is 762107.
What is the population of Matrugan?
Matrugan had a total population of 399, including 193 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Matrugan?
Matrugan had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matrugan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matrugan was 36.65%. Male literacy was 41.45% and female literacy was 32.35%.