Matoo
Matoo is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Mattoo is the gram panchayat of Matoo village.
Here you can discover what makes Matoo unique in its vibrant Akhnoor-Jammu region. You’ll see Matoo’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 Matoo
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Matoo is 005592. The village spans a total geographical area of 381.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181203. Akhnoor is nearest town to Matoo village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Matoo
Population of Matoo
According to the 2011 Census, Matoo has a total population of about 1,484, with approximately 774 males and 710 females. The sex ratio is around 917 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 157 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 9 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.97%, with male literacy at about 76.36% and female literacy near 67.18%. There are around 407 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Matoo's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,484 | 774 | 710 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 98 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,068 | 591 | 477 |
| Illiterate Population | 416 | 183 | 233 |
Connectivity of Matoo
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Matoo. As per the 2011 stats, Matoo had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Matoo
Knowing the nearby villages of Matoo helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Matoo.
Frequently Asked Questions about Matoo
- Where is Matoo located?
- Matoo village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Matoo?
- The Gram Panchayat of Matoo is Mattoo (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Matoo?
- The pincode of Matoo is 181203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Matoo as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Matoo is 1,484, with 774 males and 710 females.
- How many households are there in Matoo as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Matoo village has a total of 407 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Matoo as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Matoo is 71.97%. The male literacy rate is 76.36%, while the female literacy rate is 67.18%.