Matwana
Matwana is a village located in Ghumarwin tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 22km away from district headquarter Ghumarwin. Ghumarwin is the sub-district headquarter of Matwana village. As per 2009 stats, Luharwin is the gram panchayat of Matwana village.
Here you can discover what makes Matwana unique in its vibrant Ghumarwin-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Matwana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Matwana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Matwana is 018954. The village spans a total geographical area of 22.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174021. Ghumarwin is nearest town to Matwana village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Matwana village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Ghumarwin Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Matwana
Population of Matwana
According to the 2011 Census, Matwana has a total population of about 303, with approximately 150 males and 153 females. The sex ratio is around 1020 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 36 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 41 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 84.49%, with male literacy at about 85.33% and female literacy near 83.66%. There are around 63 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Matwana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 256 | 128 | 128 |
Illiterate Population | 47 | 22 | 25 |
Connectivity of Matwana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Matwana. As per the 2011 stats, Matwana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Matwana
Knowing the nearby villages of Matwana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Matwana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Matwana
- Where is Matwana located?
- Matwana village is situated in Ghumarwin Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Matwana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Matwana is Luharwin (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Matwana?
- The pincode of Matwana is 174021, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Matwana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Matwana is 303, with 150 males and 153 females.
- How many households are there in Matwana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Matwana village has a total of 63 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Matwana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Matwana is 84.49%. The male literacy rate is 85.33%, while the female literacy rate is 83.66%.