Matka
Matka is a village located in Bemetara tehsil of Durg district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Bemetara (tehsildar office) and 78km away from district headquarter Durg. As per 2009 stats, Matka village is also a gram panchayat.
Matka has its own place in the vibrant Durg region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Matka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Matka is 442030. The village spans a total geographical area of 606 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491335. Bemetara is nearest town to Matka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Matka village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bemetara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Durg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Matka
Population of Matka
Below is a concise population overview of Matka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,700 | 839 | 861 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 98 | 127 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 267 | 134 | 133 |
Literate Population | 1,085 | 633 | 452 |
Illiterate Population | 615 | 206 | 409 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Matka village:
- The total population of Matka village is around 1,700, including approximately 839 males and 861 females, with a sex ratio of 1026 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 225 children aged 0–6 years in Matka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Matka village has 267 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Matka village is about 63.82%, with male literacy at 75.45% and female literacy at 52.50%.
- There are around 290 households in Matka village.
Connectivity of Matka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Matka. As per the 2011 stats, Matka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Matka
Knowing the nearby villages of Matka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Matka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Matka
- Where is Matka located?
- Matka village is situated in Bemetara Tehsil, within the Durg district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Matka?
- Matka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Matka?
- The pincode of Matka is 491335, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Matka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Matka is 1,700, with 839 males and 861 females.
- How many households are there in Matka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Matka village has a total of 290 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Matka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Matka is 63.82%. The male literacy rate is 75.45%, while the female literacy rate is 52.50%.