Matgoan - Umarkote, Nabarangpur
Matgoan is a village situated in the Umarkote tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from Umarkote and around 79 km from Nabarangapur . Sukhigam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matgoan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matgoan is 427316. The village covers a total geographical area of 651 hectares and falls under the 764073 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Matgoan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Umarkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matgoan
According to the 2011 Census, Matgoan village had a total population of 1,263 people, including 618 males and 645 females, living in 297 households. The sex ratio was 1,044 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.98%, with male literacy at 48.69% and female literacy at 23.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 47, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,143.
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 | 1,263 | 618 | 645 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 121 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,143 | 560 | 583 |
| Literate Population | 362 | 242 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 901 | 376 | 525 |
Nearby Villages of Matgoan
Matgoan 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 Matgoan
Matgoan 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 5-10 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 Umarkote to Matgoan is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Matgoan is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matgoan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matgoan 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 Matgoan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matgoan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Matgoan
Where is Matgoan located?
Matgoan village is located in Umarkote Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matgoan?
The Gram Panchayat of Matgoan is Sukhigam.
What is the pincode of Matgoan?
The pincode of Matgoan is 764073.
What is the population of Matgoan?
Matgoan had a total population of 1,263, including 618 males and 645 females.
How many households are there in Matgoan?
Matgoan had 297 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matgoan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matgoan was 35.98%. Male literacy was 48.69% and female literacy was 23.58%.