Matar - Matar, Kheda
Matar is a village situated in the Matar taluka of Kheda district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Matar and around 5 km from the district headquarters in Nadiad. Matar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matar is 517537. The village covers a total geographical area of 1565.96 hectares and falls under the 387530 pincode. Nadiad is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Matar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Matar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matar
As per Census 2011, Matar village has a total population of 15,284 people, consisting of 7,873 males and 7,411 females. The village has 3,136 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,931 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 10,605 literate and 4,679 illiterate residents. Additionally, 867 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 203 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 15,284 | 7,873 | 7,411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,931 | 1,011 | 920 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 867 | 443 | 424 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 203 | 89 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 10,605 | 6,075 | 4,530 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,679 | 1,798 | 2,881 |
Nearby Villages of Matar
Matar 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 Matar
Matar 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nadiad to Matar is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Matar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Matar
Where is Matar located?
Matar village is located in Matar Taluka, Kheda district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matar?
Matar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Matar?
The pincode of Matar is 387530.
What is the population of Matar?
Matar has a total population of 15,284, including 7,873 males and 7,411 females.
How many households are there in Matar?
There are 3,136 households in Matar.
What is the literacy rate in Matar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matar is 69.39%. Male literacy is 77.16% and female literacy is 61.13%.