Matwana - Ghumarwin, Bilaspur
Matwana is a village situated in the Ghumarwin tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Luharwin serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matwana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matwana is 018954. The village covers a total geographical area of 22.37 hectares and falls under the 174021 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Matwana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghumarwin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matwana
According to the 2011 Census, Matwana village had a total population of 303 people, including 150 males and 153 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.88%, with male literacy at 98.46% and female literacy at 93.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41.
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 | 303 | 150 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 256 | 128 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 22 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Matwana
Matwana 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 Matwana
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Matwana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Matwana is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matwana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matwana 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 | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Matwana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matwana 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 Matwana
Where is Matwana located?
Matwana village is located in Ghumarwin Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Matwana?
The Gram Panchayat of Matwana is Luharwin.
What is the pincode of Matwana?
The pincode of Matwana is 174021.
What is the population of Matwana?
Matwana had a total population of 303, including 150 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Matwana?
Matwana had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matwana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matwana was 95.88%. Male literacy was 98.46% and female literacy was 93.43%.