Matimakha - Balisankara, Sundargarh
Matimakha is a village situated in the Balisankara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Talasara and around 60 km from Sundargarh. Sagbahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matimakha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matimakha is 383989. The village covers a total geographical area of 68 hectares and falls under the 770074 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Matimakha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talsara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Matimakha
Matimakha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tilia | North | 1.44 km |
| Jamudarha | South | 2.63 km |
| Sagbahal | North-East | 3.19 km |
| Jharan | West | 3.32 km |
| Ghumra | North-West | 3.56 km |
| Amatpani | East | 3.75 km |
| Masarighat | West | 3.79 km |
| Murkia | North-East | 3.85 km |
| Sapkundal(r.f) | South-East | 3.98 km |
| Kantabahal | North | 4.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Matimakha
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Matimakha. The nearest railway station is Tangarmunda, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sundargarh to Matimakha is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Matimakha is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matimakha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matimakha 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Matimakha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matimakha 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Matimakha
Where is Matimakha located?
Matimakha village is located in Balisankara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matimakha?
The Gram Panchayat of Matimakha is Sagbahal.
What is the pincode of Matimakha?
The pincode of Matimakha is 770074.