Matwada
Matwada is a village located in Kanker tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 12km away from Kanker, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Matwada village. As per 2009 stats, Matwada Lal is the gram panchayat of Matwada village.
Here you can discover what makes Matwada unique in its vibrant Kanker-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Matwada’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 Matwada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Matwada is 447836. The village spans a total geographical area of 463.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494334. Kanker is nearest town to Matwada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
As per 2019 stats, Matwada village comes under Kanker assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Matwada
Population of Matwada
According to the 2011 Census, Matwada has a total population of about 1,066, with approximately 525 males and 541 females. The sex ratio is around 1030 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 121 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 59 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 478. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.48%, with male literacy at about 82.67% and female literacy near 66.54%. There are around 252 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Matwada's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,066 | 525 | 541 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 54 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 478 | 223 | 255 |
| Literate Population | 794 | 434 | 360 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 91 | 181 |
Connectivity of Matwada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Matwada. As per the 2011 stats, Matwada had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Matwada
Knowing the nearby villages of Matwada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Matwada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Matwada
- Where is Matwada located?
- Matwada village is situated in Kanker Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Matwada?
- The Gram Panchayat of Matwada is Matwada Lal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Matwada?
- The pincode of Matwada is 494334, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Matwada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Matwada is 1,066, with 525 males and 541 females.
- How many households are there in Matwada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Matwada village has a total of 252 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Matwada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Matwada is 74.48%. The male literacy rate is 82.67%, while the female literacy rate is 66.54%.