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
According to the 2011 Census, Matva village had a total population of 1,314 people, including 673 males and 641 females, living in 284 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.37%, with male literacy at 92.02% and female literacy at 74.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 253.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,314 | 673 | 641 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 59 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 253 | 134 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,314, including 673 males and 641 females.
How many households are there in Matva?
Matva had 284 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matva was 83.37%. Male literacy was 92.02% and female literacy was 74.36%.