Matva - Jamnagar Rural, Jamnagar
Matva is a village situated in the Jamnagar Rural taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from Jamnagar and around 25 km from Jamnagar. Matva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matva is 513662. The village covers a total geographical area of 1061.31 hectares and falls under the 361013 pincode. Jamnagar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Matva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamnagr Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matva
As per Census 2011, Matva village has a total population of 1,314 people, consisting of 673 males and 641 females. The village has 284 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,003 literate and 311 illiterate residents. Additionally, 253 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,314 | 673 | 641 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 59 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 253 | 134 | 119 |
| Literate Population | 1,003 | 565 | 438 |
| Illiterate Population | 311 | 108 | 203 |
Nearby Villages of Matva
Matva 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 Matva
Matva is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jamnagar to Matva is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Matva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matva
Where is Matva located?
Matva village is located in Jamnagar Rural Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matva?
Matva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Matva?
The pincode of Matva is 361013.
What is the population of Matva?
Matva has a total population of 1,314, including 673 males and 641 females.
How many households are there in Matva?
There are 284 households in Matva.
What is the literacy rate in Matva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matva is 76.33%. Male literacy is 83.95% and female literacy is 68.33%.