Matkhor

Matkhor is a village located in Jama subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 21km away from district headquarter Jama. Jama is the sub-district headquarter of Matkhor village. As per 2009 stats, Nawadih is the gram panchayat of Matkhor village.

Matkhor has its own place in the vibrant Dumka region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Matkhor

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Matkhor is 371878. The village spans a total geographical area of 109 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814158. Jama is nearest town to Matkhor village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Matkhor

Below is a concise population overview of Matkhor as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 229 123 106
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 33 17 16
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 167 87 80
Literate Population 66 34 32
Illiterate Population 163 89 74

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Matkhor village:

  • The total population of Matkhor village is around 229, including approximately 123 males and 106 females, with a sex ratio of 861 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 33 children aged 0–6 years in Matkhor village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Matkhor village has 167 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Matkhor village is about 28.82%, with male literacy at 27.64% and female literacy at 30.19%.
  • There are around 44 households in Matkhor village.

Connectivity of Matkhor

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Matkhor. As per the 2011 stats, Matkhor had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Matkhor

Knowing the nearby villages of Matkhor helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Matkhor.

Sarsabad Daldali Ranidinda Urf Madanpur Tiakata Urf Babupur Khajuri Phulopani Pipra Nawadih Dhawdih Semarduma Kukurtopa

Frequently Asked Questions about Matkhor

Where is Matkhor located?
Matkhor village is situated in Jama Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matkhor?
The Gram Panchayat of Matkhor is Nawadih (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Matkhor?
The pincode of Matkhor is 814158, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Matkhor as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Matkhor is 229, with 123 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Matkhor as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Matkhor village has a total of 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matkhor as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Matkhor is 28.82%. The male literacy rate is 27.64%, while the female literacy rate is 30.19%.