Matarvaniya - Malia Hatina, Junagadh
Matarvaniya is a village situated in the Malia Hatina taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 13 km from Malia and around 70 km from Junagadh. Matarvaniya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matarvaniya is 514842. The village covers a total geographical area of 1126.41 hectares and falls under the 362255 pincode. Keshod is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Matarvaniya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mangrol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matarvaniya
As per Census 2011, Matarvaniya village has a total population of 1,534 people, consisting of 793 males and 741 females. The village has 346 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,094 literate and 440 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matarvaniya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,534 | 793 | 741 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 52 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,094 | 661 | 433 |
| Illiterate Population | 440 | 132 | 308 |
Nearby Villages of Matarvaniya
Matarvaniya 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 Matarvaniya
Matarvaniya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Matarvaniya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Keshod to Matarvaniya is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Matarvaniya is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matarvaniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matarvaniya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Matarvaniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matarvaniya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Matarvaniya
Where is Matarvaniya located?
Matarvaniya village is located in Malia Hatina Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matarvaniya?
Matarvaniya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Matarvaniya?
The pincode of Matarvaniya is 362255.
What is the population of Matarvaniya?
Matarvaniya has a total population of 1,534, including 793 males and 741 females.
How many households are there in Matarvaniya?
There are 346 households in Matarvaniya.
What is the literacy rate in Matarvaniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matarvaniya is 71.32%. Male literacy is 83.35% and female literacy is 58.43%.