Matwa
Matwa is a village located in Garbada taluka of Dohad district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Garbada (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Dohad. As per 2009 stats, Matwa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Matwa unique in its vibrant Garbada-Dohad region. You’ll see Matwa’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 Matwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Matwa is 519478. The village spans a total geographical area of 1279.03 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 389152. Dohad is nearest town to Matwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Matwa
Population of Matwa
According to the 2011 Census, Matwa has a total population of about 5,506, with approximately 2,763 males and 2,743 females. The sex ratio is around 992 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,273 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5,496. The overall literacy rate is approximately 41.88%, with male literacy at about 52.12% and female literacy near 31.57%. There are around 745 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Matwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,506 | 2,763 | 2,743 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,273 | 646 | 627 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5,496 | 2,758 | 2,738 |
| Literate Population | 2,306 | 1,440 | 866 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,200 | 1,323 | 1,877 |
Connectivity of Matwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Matwa. As per the 2011 stats, Matwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Matwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Matwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Matwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Matwa
- Where is Matwa located?
- Matwa village is situated in Garbada Taluka, within the Dohad district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Matwa?
- Matwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Matwa?
- The pincode of Matwa is 389152, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Matwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Matwa is 5,506, with 2,763 males and 2,743 females.
- How many households are there in Matwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Matwa village has a total of 745 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Matwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Matwa is 41.88%. The male literacy rate is 52.12%, while the female literacy rate is 31.57%.