Matar
About Matar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Matar village is 023234. Matar village is located in Nahan tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from Nahan, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Matar village. As per 2009 stats, Mattar is the gram panchayat of Matar village.
The total geographical area of village is 117 hectares. Matar has a total population of 438 peoples, out of which male population is 215 while female population is 223. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1037 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of matar village is 63.01% out of which 73.02% males and 53.36% females are literate. There are about 78 houses in matar village. Pincode of matar village locality is 173001.
When it comes to administration, Matar village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Matar village comes under Nahan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Nahan is nearest town to matar village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Matar
The population details of Matar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 438 | 215 | 223 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 63 | 27 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 276 | 157 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 58 | 104 |
Connectivity of Matar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Matar
Where is Matar located?
Matar village is situated in Nahan Tehsil, within the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matar?
The Gram Panchayat of Matar is Mattar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Matar?
The pincode of Matar is 173001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Matar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Matar is 438, with 215 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Matar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Matar village has a total of 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Matar is 63.01%. The male literacy rate is 73.02%, while the female literacy rate is 53.36%.