Matikata - Cooch Behar - II, Cooch Behar
Matikata is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 50.3 km from Pundibari and around 9.2 km from Cooch Behar. Madhupur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matikata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matikata is 308283. The village covers a total geographical area of 216.01 hectares and falls under the 736165 pincode. Koch Bihar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Matikata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Matikata
As per Census 2011, Matikata village has a total population of 2,151 people, consisting of 1,103 males and 1,048 females. The village has 478 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 230 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,431 literate and 720 illiterate residents. Additionally, 895 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matikata are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,151 | 1,103 | 1,048 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 111 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 895 | 460 | 435 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,431 | 783 | 648 |
| Illiterate Population | 720 | 320 | 400 |
Nearby Villages of Matikata
Matikata 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 Matikata
Matikata is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Matikata.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koch Bihar to Matikata is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Matikata is about 9.2 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matikata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matikata village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Matikata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matikata village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Matikata
Where is Matikata located?
Matikata village is located in Cooch Behar - II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matikata?
The Gram Panchayat of Matikata is Madhupur.
What is the pincode of Matikata?
The pincode of Matikata is 736165.
What is the population of Matikata?
Matikata has a total population of 2,151, including 1,103 males and 1,048 females.
How many households are there in Matikata?
There are 478 households in Matikata.
What is the literacy rate in Matikata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matikata is 66.53%. Male literacy is 70.99% and female literacy is 61.83%.