Matravad Nava - Jamkandorna, Rajkot
Matravad Nava 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 Nava village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matravad Nava is 513281. The village covers a total geographical area of 559.05 hectares and falls under the 360450 pincode. Bhayavadar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Matravad Nava 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 Nava
According to the 2011 Census, Matravad Nava village had a total population of 258 people, including 124 males and 134 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,081 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.98%, with male literacy at 73.28% and female literacy at 59.38%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 258 | 124 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 161 | 85 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 39 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Matravad Nava
Matravad Nava 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 Nava
Matravad Nava is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Nava is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Matravad Nava 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 Nava
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matravad Nava village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Matravad Nava
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 Nava village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Matravad Nava
Where is Matravad Nava located?
Matravad Nava village is located in Jamkandorna Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Matravad Nava?
Matravad Nava is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Matravad Nava?
The pincode of Matravad Nava is 360450.
What is the population of Matravad Nava?
Matravad Nava had a total population of 258, including 124 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Matravad Nava?
Matravad Nava had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matravad Nava?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matravad Nava was 65.98%. Male literacy was 73.28% and female literacy was 59.38%.