Mateen - Dansal, Jammu
Mateen is a village situated in the Dansal tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 50 km from Jammu and around 50 km from Jammu. Kanyala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mateen village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mateen is 005696. The village covers a total geographical area of 102.8 hectares and falls under the 181224 pincode. Jammu is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Mateen village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nagrota Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mateen
As per Census 2011, Mateen village has a total population of 309 people, consisting of 164 males and 145 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 179 literate and 130 illiterate residents. Additionally, 140 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 72 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mateen are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 309 | 164 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 71 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 40 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 109 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 55 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Mateen
Mateen 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 Mateen
Mateen is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Mateen.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jammu to Mateen is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Mateen is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mateen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mateen village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mateen
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mateen village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mateen
Where is Mateen located?
Mateen village is located in Dansal Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mateen?
The Gram Panchayat of Mateen is Kanyala.
What is the pincode of Mateen?
The pincode of Mateen is 181224.
What is the population of Mateen?
Mateen has a total population of 309, including 164 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Mateen?
There are 62 households in Mateen.
What is the literacy rate in Mateen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mateen is 57.93%. Male literacy is 66.46% and female literacy is 48.28%.