Matamahul - Jamankira, Sambalpur
Matamahul is a village situated in the Jamankira tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from Kochinda and around 70 km from Sambalpur. Bhojpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matamahul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matamahul is 381602. The village covers a total geographical area of 121 hectares and falls under the 768107 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Matamahul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matamahul
As per Census 2011, Matamahul village has a total population of 447 people, consisting of 219 males and 228 females. The village has 116 households and a sex ratio of 1,041 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 309 literate and 138 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 163 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matamahul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 447 | 219 | 228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 29 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 163 | 75 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 309 | 156 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 63 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Matamahul
Matamahul 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gambhiramunda | West | 1.23 km |
| Bhojpur | North-East | 1.35 km |
| Nuadihi | South-West | 1.79 km |
| Khuntlabahal | East | 2.04 km |
| Sihiria | West | 2.75 km |
| Thakurjharmunda | North-West | 2.86 km |
| Alarkhol | South-East | 2.90 km |
| Ganghosa | South-West | 3.15 km |
| Tangrani | South | 3.30 km |
| Godrapada | East | 3.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Matamahul
Matamahul is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rengali, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.7 km.
| 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 Kochinda to Matamahul is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Matamahul is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matamahul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matamahul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Matamahul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matamahul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Matamahul
Where is Matamahul located?
Matamahul village is located in Jamankira Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matamahul?
The Gram Panchayat of Matamahul is Bhojpur.
What is the pincode of Matamahul?
The pincode of Matamahul is 768107.
What is the population of Matamahul?
Matamahul has a total population of 447, including 219 males and 228 females.
How many households are there in Matamahul?
There are 116 households in Matamahul.
What is the literacy rate in Matamahul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matamahul is 69.13%. Male literacy is 71.23% and female literacy is 67.11%.