Matihana - Gopiballavpur - II, Jhargram
Matihana is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Petbindhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matihana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matihana is 340498. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.18 hectares and falls under the 721506 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Matihana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopiballavpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matihana
According to the 2011 Census, Matihana village had a total population of 443 people, including 211 males and 232 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 1,100 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.39%, with male literacy at 90.00% and female literacy at 57.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 175, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 235.
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 | 443 | 211 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 21 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 175 | 93 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 235 | 104 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 284 | 171 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 40 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Matihana
Matihana 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 Matihana
Matihana 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Matihana is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matihana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matihana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Matihana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matihana 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 Matihana
Where is Matihana located?
Matihana village is located in Gopiballavpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Matihana?
The Gram Panchayat of Matihana is Petbindhi.
What is the pincode of Matihana?
The pincode of Matihana is 721506.
What is the population of Matihana?
Matihana had a total population of 443, including 211 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Matihana?
Matihana had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matihana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matihana was 73.39%. Male literacy was 90.00% and female literacy was 57.36%.