Matihudi - Udala, Mayurbhanj
Matihudi is a village situated in the Udala tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Udala and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Sridamchandrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matihudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matihudi is 391114. The village covers a total geographical area of 214 hectares and falls under the 757087 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Matihudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matihudi
According to the 2011 Census, Matihudi village had a total population of 698 people, including 343 males and 355 females, living in 192 households. The sex ratio was 1,035 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.48%, with male literacy at 74.66% and female literacy at 49.04%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 436.
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 | 698 | 343 | 355 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 47 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 436 | 217 | 219 |
| Literate Population | 375 | 221 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 323 | 122 | 201 |
Nearby Villages of Matihudi
Matihudi 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 Matihudi
Matihudi 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 | 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 Udala to Matihudi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Matihudi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matihudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matihudi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Matihudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matihudi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Matihudi
Where is Matihudi located?
Matihudi village is located in Udala Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Matihudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Matihudi is Sridamchandrapur.
What is the pincode of Matihudi?
The pincode of Matihudi is 757087.
What is the population of Matihudi?
Matihudi had a total population of 698, including 343 males and 355 females.
How many households are there in Matihudi?
Matihudi had 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matihudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matihudi was 61.48%. Male literacy was 74.66% and female literacy was 49.04%.