Matrasan - Becharaji, Mahesana
Matrasan is a village situated in the Becharaji taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Becharaji and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Matrasan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matrasan is 509582. The village covers a total geographical area of 499.72 hectares and falls under the 384412 pincode. Chanasma is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Matrasan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Becharaji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahesana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matrasan
As per Census 2011, Matrasan village has a total population of 887 people, consisting of 479 males and 408 females. The village has 163 households and a sex ratio of 851 females per 1,000 males. There are 131 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 545 literate and 342 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matrasan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 887 | 479 | 408 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 66 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 545 | 362 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 342 | 117 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Matrasan
Matrasan 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 Matrasan
Public transport in the Matrasan 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 Chanasma to Matrasan is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Matrasan is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matrasan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matrasan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Matrasan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matrasan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matrasan
Where is Matrasan located?
Matrasan village is located in Becharaji Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matrasan?
Matrasan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Matrasan?
The pincode of Matrasan is 384412.
What is the population of Matrasan?
Matrasan has a total population of 887, including 479 males and 408 females.
How many households are there in Matrasan?
There are 163 households in Matrasan.
What is the literacy rate in Matrasan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matrasan is 61.44%. Male literacy is 75.57% and female literacy is 44.85%.