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
As per Census 2011, Matgoan village has a total population of 1,263 people, consisting of 618 males and 645 females. The village has 297 households and a sex ratio of 1,043 females per 1,000 males. There are 257 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 362 literate and 901 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,143 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matgoan are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,263, including 618 males and 645 females.
How many households are there in Matgoan?
There are 297 households in Matgoan.
What is the literacy rate in Matgoan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matgoan is 28.66%. Male literacy is 39.16% and female literacy is 18.60%.