Matiguda - Mathili, Malkangiri
Matiguda is a village situated in the Mathili tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mathili and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Mecca serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matiguda is 430428. The village covers a total geographical area of 65 hectares and falls under the 764044 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Matiguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Matiguda village had a total population of 47 people, including 24 males and 23 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 17.95%, with male literacy at 35.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 45.
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 | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 17 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Matiguda
Matiguda 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 Matiguda
Matiguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Malkangiri to Matiguda is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matiguda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Matiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matiguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matiguda
Where is Matiguda located?
Matiguda village is located in Mathili Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Matiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Matiguda is Mecca.
What is the pincode of Matiguda?
The pincode of Matiguda is 764044.
What is the population of Matiguda?
Matiguda had a total population of 47, including 24 males and 23 females.
How many households are there in Matiguda?
Matiguda had 11 households.