Matakamdihi - Tiring, Mayurbhanj
Matakamdihi is a village situated in the Tiring tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tiring and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Badnarini serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matakamdihi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matakamdihi is 387469. The village covers a total geographical area of 129 hectares and falls under the 757053 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Matakamdihi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matakamdihi
According to the 2011 Census, Matakamdihi village had a total population of 577 people, including 290 males and 287 females, living in 162 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.71%, with male literacy at 57.85% and female literacy at 27.76%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 577.
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 | 577 | 290 | 287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 48 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 577 | 290 | 287 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 140 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 369 | 150 | 219 |
Nearby Villages of Matakamdihi
Matakamdihi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandri | South-West | 0.98 km |
| Lupung | South-East | 1.21 km |
| Tudukam | North-West | 1.26 km |
| Raibadi | North-East | 1.47 km |
| Deogan | West | 1.88 km |
| Sindrighutu | South | 1.88 km |
| Badanarayani | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Henseldihi | South-East | 2.24 km |
| Barudihi | North | 2.44 km |
| Sannarayani | South-West | 2.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Matakamdihi
Matakamdihi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rairangpur, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rairangpur to Matakamdihi is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Matakamdihi is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matakamdihi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matakamdihi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Matakamdihi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matakamdihi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matakamdihi
Where is Matakamdihi located?
Matakamdihi village is located in Tiring Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Matakamdihi?
The Gram Panchayat of Matakamdihi is Badnarini.
What is the pincode of Matakamdihi?
The pincode of Matakamdihi is 757053.
What is the population of Matakamdihi?
Matakamdihi had a total population of 577, including 290 males and 287 females.
How many households are there in Matakamdihi?
Matakamdihi had 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matakamdihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matakamdihi was 42.71%. Male literacy was 57.85% and female literacy was 27.76%.