Matiana - Manavadar, Junagadh
Matiana is a village situated in the Manavadar taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manavadar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Matiana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matiana is 514404. The village covers a total geographical area of 1254.72 hectares and falls under the 362625 pincode. Manavadar is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Matiana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matiana
According to the 2011 Census, Matiana village had a total population of 3,311 people, including 1,684 males and 1,627 females, living in 666 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.15%, with male literacy at 79.16% and female literacy at 62.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 422, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 15.
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 | 3,311 | 1,684 | 1,627 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 351 | 182 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 422 | 226 | 196 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 2,106 | 1,189 | 917 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,205 | 495 | 710 |
Nearby Villages of Matiana
Matiana 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 Matiana
Public transport in the Matiana 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 Manavadar to Matiana is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Matiana is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matiana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matiana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Matiana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matiana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matiana
Where is Matiana located?
Matiana village is located in Manavadar Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matiana?
Matiana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Matiana?
The pincode of Matiana is 362625.
What is the population of Matiana?
Matiana had a total population of 3,311, including 1,684 males and 1,627 females.
How many households are there in Matiana?
Matiana had 666 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matiana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matiana was 71.15%. Male literacy was 79.16% and female literacy was 62.89%.