Matravad Juna - Jamkandorna, Rajkot
Matravad Juna is a village situated in the Jamkandorna taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamkandorna and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Matravad Juna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matravad Juna is 513282. The village covers a total geographical area of 480.01 hectares and falls under the 360450 pincode. Bhayavadar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Matravad Juna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jetpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matravad Juna
As per Census 2011, Matravad Juna village has a total population of 682 people, consisting of 343 males and 339 females. The village has 142 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 433 literate and 249 illiterate residents. Additionally, 153 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matravad Juna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 682 | 343 | 339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 30 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 72 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 433 | 233 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 249 | 110 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Matravad Juna
Matravad Juna 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 Matravad Juna
Matravad Juna 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 Bhayavadar to Matravad Juna is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Matravad Juna is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matravad Juna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matravad Juna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Matravad Juna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matravad Juna 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Matravad Juna
Where is Matravad Juna located?
Matravad Juna village is located in Jamkandorna Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matravad Juna?
Matravad Juna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Matravad Juna?
The pincode of Matravad Juna is 360450.
What is the population of Matravad Juna?
Matravad Juna has a total population of 682, including 343 males and 339 females.
How many households are there in Matravad Juna?
There are 142 households in Matravad Juna.
What is the literacy rate in Matravad Juna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matravad Juna is 63.49%. Male literacy is 67.93% and female literacy is 59.00%.