Matra
About Matra
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Matra village is 442508. Matra village is located in Dhamdha tehsil of Durg district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Dhamdha (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Durg. As per 2009 stats, Matra village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 480.28 hectares. Matra has a total population of 1,565 peoples, out of which male population is 786 while female population is 779. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 991 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of matra village is 58.40% out of which 67.05% males and 49.68% females are literate. There are about 298 houses in matra village. Pincode of matra village locality is 491332.
When it comes to administration, Matra village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Matra village comes under Bemetara Vidhan Sabha constituency & Durg Lok Sabha constituency. Dhamdha is nearest town to matra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Matra
The population details of Matra cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,565 | 786 | 779 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 236 | 125 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 143 | 67 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 914 | 527 | 387 |
| Illiterate Population | 651 | 259 | 392 |
Connectivity of Matra
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Matra
Where is Matra located?
Matra village is situated in Dhamdha Tehsil, within the Durg district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matra?
Matra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Matra?
The pincode of Matra is 491332, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Matra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Matra is 1,565, with 786 males and 779 females.
How many households are there in Matra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Matra village has a total of 298 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Matra is 58.40%. The male literacy rate is 67.05%, while the female literacy rate is 49.68%.