Matkara

Matkara is a village located in Jarmundi subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Jarmundi (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Rajasimaria is the gram panchayat of Matkara village.

Matkara 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 Matkara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Matkara is 369822. The village spans a total geographical area of 158 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814145. Dumka is nearest town to Matkara village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Matkara

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 500 255 245
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 86 38 48
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 375 189 186
Literate Population 193 129 64
Illiterate Population 307 126 181

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

  • The total population of Matkara village is around 500, including approximately 255 males and 245 females, with a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 86 children aged 0–6 years in Matkara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Matkara village has 375 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Matkara village is about 38.60%, with male literacy at 50.59% and female literacy at 26.12%.
  • There are around 95 households in Matkara village.

Connectivity of Matkara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Matkara. As per the 2011 stats, Matkara 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Matkara

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

Katimba Badrampur Thari Raja Semaria Kalhor Pindartkhap Kairo Mahuliakita Thora Khutahri Parsatari Baghmara

Frequently Asked Questions about Matkara

Where is Matkara located?
Matkara village is situated in Jarmundi Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matkara?
The Gram Panchayat of Matkara is Rajasimaria (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Matkara?
The pincode of Matkara is 814145, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Matkara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Matkara is 500, with 255 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Matkara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Matkara village has a total of 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matkara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Matkara is 38.60%. The male literacy rate is 50.59%, while the female literacy rate is 26.12%.