Matiali - Shamakhunta, Mayurbhanj

Matiali is a village situated in the Shamakhunta tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from Koliana and around 56 km from Baripada. Bhaluki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matiali village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Matiali is 389397. The village covers a total geographical area of 102 hectares and falls under the 757030 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.

Matiali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bangriposi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Matiali

According to the 2011 Census, Matiali village had a total population of 487 people, including 251 males and 236 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.28%, with male literacy at 77.27% and female literacy at 63.08%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 202.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Matiali

Matiali 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Matiali

Matiali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kuchai, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.3 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Matiali is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Matiali is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Matiali

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matiali village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Matiali

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matiali village are given below:

FAQs about Matiali