Mattoo - Khour, Jammu
Mattoo is a village situated in the Khour tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 26 km from Akhnoor and around 52 km from Jammu. Mattoo village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mattoo is 005592. The village covers a total geographical area of 381.6 hectares and falls under the 181203 pincode.
Mattoo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chhamb Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mattoo
According to the 2011 Census, Mattoo village had a total population of 1,484 people, including 774 males and 710 females, living in 407 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.48%, with male literacy at 87.43% and female literacy at 73.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Mattoo
Mattoo 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 Mattoo
Mattoo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Jammu to Mattoo is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mattoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mattoo 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mattoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mattoo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mattoo
Where is Mattoo located?
Mattoo village is located in Khour Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mattoo?
Mattoo is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mattoo?
The pincode of Mattoo is 181203.
What is the population of Mattoo?
Mattoo had a total population of 1,484, including 774 males and 710 females.
How many households are there in Mattoo?
Mattoo had 407 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mattoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mattoo was 80.48%. Male literacy was 87.43% and female literacy was 73.27%.