Matihana
Matihana is a village located in Jhargram subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Jhargram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Matihana village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Radhanagar is the gram panchayat of Matihana village.
Here you can discover what makes Matihana unique in its vibrant Jhargram-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Matihana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Matihana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Matihana is 339491. The village spans a total geographical area of 53.94 hectares. Ghargram is nearest town to Matihana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
As per 2019 stats, Matihana village comes under Jhargram assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Matihana
Population of Matihana
According to the 2011 Census, Matihana has a total population of about 365, with approximately 188 males and 177 females. The sex ratio is around 941 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 23 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.16%, with male literacy at about 67.55% and female literacy near 44.07%. There are around 64 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Matihana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 365 | 188 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 16 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 205 | 127 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 61 | 99 |
Connectivity of Matihana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Matihana. As per the 2011 stats, Matihana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Matihana
Knowing the nearby villages of Matihana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Matihana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Matihana
- Where is Matihana located?
- Matihana village is situated in Jhargram Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Matihana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Matihana is Radhanagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Matihana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Matihana is 365, with 188 males and 177 females.
- How many households are there in Matihana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Matihana village has a total of 64 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Matihana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Matihana is 56.16%. The male literacy rate is 67.55%, while the female literacy rate is 44.07%.