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
According to the 2011 Census, Matrasan village had a total population of 887 people, including 479 males and 408 females, living in 163 households. The sex ratio was 852 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.09%, with male literacy at 87.65% and female literacy at 53.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28.
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 | 887 | 479 | 408 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 66 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 887, including 479 males and 408 females.
How many households are there in Matrasan?
Matrasan had 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matrasan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matrasan was 72.09%. Male literacy was 87.65% and female literacy was 53.35%.