Matana - Sutrapada, Gir Somnath
Matana is a village situated in the Sutrapada taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 21 km from Sutrapada and around 120 km from Junagadh. Matana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matana is 515095. The village covers a total geographical area of 579.57 hectares and falls under the 362275 pincode. Kodinar is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Matana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matana
As per Census 2011, Matana village has a total population of 1,945 people, consisting of 985 males and 960 females. The village has 292 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 193 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,481 literate and 464 illiterate residents. Additionally, 234 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,945 | 985 | 960 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 106 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 234 | 120 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 1,481 | 795 | 686 |
| Illiterate Population | 464 | 190 | 274 |
Nearby Villages of Matana
Matana is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Matana
Public transport in the Matana is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kodinar to Matana is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Matana is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Matana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Matana
Where is Matana located?
Matana village is located in Sutrapada Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matana?
Matana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Matana?
The pincode of Matana is 362275.
What is the population of Matana?
Matana has a total population of 1,945, including 985 males and 960 females.
How many households are there in Matana?
There are 292 households in Matana.
What is the literacy rate in Matana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matana is 76.14%. Male literacy is 80.71% and female literacy is 71.46%.