Matarvada - Poshina, Sabar Kantha
Matarvada is a village situated in the Poshina taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 40 km from Khedbrahma and around 97 km from Himatnagar. Matarvada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matarvada is 509773. The village covers a total geographical area of 616.65 hectares and falls under the 383422 pincode. Khedbrahma is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Matarvada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khedbrahma Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sabarkantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matarvada
As per Census 2011, Matarvada village has a total population of 2,762 people, consisting of 1,399 males and 1,363 females. The village has 452 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 777 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 896 literate and 1,866 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,762 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matarvada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,762 | 1,399 | 1,363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 777 | 386 | 391 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,762 | 1,399 | 1,363 |
| Literate Population | 896 | 513 | 383 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,866 | 886 | 980 |
Nearby Villages of Matarvada
Matarvada 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 Matarvada
Matarvada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Matarvada has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khedbrahma to Matarvada is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Matarvada is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matarvada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matarvada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Matarvada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matarvada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Matarvada
Where is Matarvada located?
Matarvada village is located in Poshina Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matarvada?
Matarvada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Matarvada?
The pincode of Matarvada is 383422.
What is the population of Matarvada?
Matarvada has a total population of 2,762, including 1,399 males and 1,363 females.
How many households are there in Matarvada?
There are 452 households in Matarvada.
What is the literacy rate in Matarvada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matarvada is 32.44%. Male literacy is 36.67% and female literacy is 28.10%.