Matel - Wankaner, Morbi
Matel is a village situated in the Wankaner taluka of Morbi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Wankaner and around 75 km from Rajkot. Matel village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matel is 512771. The village covers a total geographical area of 1509.9 hectares and falls under the 363621 pincode. Wankaner is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Matel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wankaner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matel
According to the 2011 Census, Matel village had a total population of 2,772 people, including 1,398 males and 1,374 females, living in 468 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.18%, with male literacy at 60.56% and female literacy at 41.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 109.
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 | 2,772 | 1,398 | 1,374 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 560 | 290 | 270 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 55 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,132 | 671 | 461 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,640 | 727 | 913 |
Nearby Villages of Matel
Matel 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 Matel
Matel 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Wankaner to Matel is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Matel is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Matel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matel
Where is Matel located?
Matel village is located in Wankaner Taluka, Morbi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matel?
Matel is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Matel?
The pincode of Matel is 363621.
What is the population of Matel?
Matel had a total population of 2,772, including 1,398 males and 1,374 females.
How many households are there in Matel?
Matel had 468 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matel was 51.18%. Male literacy was 60.56% and female literacy was 41.76%.