Matuniya - Kaprada, Valsad
Matuniya is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Matuniya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matuniya is 523538. The village covers a total geographical area of 673.51 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Matuniya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaprada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matuniya
As per Census 2011, Matuniya village has a total population of 2,070 people, consisting of 1,040 males and 1,030 females. The village has 356 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 447 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 918 literate and 1,152 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,065 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matuniya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,070 | 1,040 | 1,030 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 447 | 224 | 223 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,065 | 1,039 | 1,026 |
| Literate Population | 918 | 536 | 382 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,152 | 504 | 648 |
Nearby Villages of Matuniya
Matuniya 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 Matuniya
Matuniya 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dharampur to Matuniya is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Matuniya 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 Matuniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matuniya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Matuniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matuniya 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 Matuniya
Where is Matuniya located?
Matuniya village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matuniya?
Matuniya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Matuniya?
The pincode of Matuniya is 396067.
What is the population of Matuniya?
Matuniya has a total population of 2,070, including 1,040 males and 1,030 females.
How many households are there in Matuniya?
There are 356 households in Matuniya.
What is the literacy rate in Matuniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matuniya is 44.35%. Male literacy is 51.54% and female literacy is 37.09%.