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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Matihana village has a total population of 443 people, consisting of 211 males and 232 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 1,099 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 284 literate and 159 illiterate residents. Additionally, 175 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 235 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matihana are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 443, including 211 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Matihana?
There are 98 households in Matihana.
What is the literacy rate in Matihana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matihana is 64.11%. Male literacy is 81.04% and female literacy is 48.71%.