Matoor
Matoor is a village located in Virajpet taluka of Kodagu district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Virajpet (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Madikeri. As per 2009 stats, Kirgur is the gram panchayat of Matoor village.
Matoor has its own place in the vibrant Kodagu 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 Matoor
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Matoor is 618056. The village spans a total geographical area of 1070.96 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571216. Virajpet is nearest town to Matoor village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Matoor
Population of Matoor
Below is a concise population overview of Matoor as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,343 | 1,594 | 1,749 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 351 | 173 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 350 | 161 | 189 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 727 | 342 | 385 |
| Literate Population | 2,428 | 1,203 | 1,225 |
| Illiterate Population | 915 | 391 | 524 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Matoor village:
- The total population of Matoor village is around 3,343, including approximately 1,594 males and 1,749 females, with a sex ratio of 1097 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 351 children aged 0–6 years in Matoor village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Matoor village has 350 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 727 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Matoor village is about 72.63%, with male literacy at 75.47% and female literacy at 70.04%.
- There are around 945 households in Matoor village.
Connectivity of Matoor
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Matoor. As per the 2011 stats, Matoor had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Matoor
Knowing the nearby villages of Matoor helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Matoor.
Frequently Asked Questions about Matoor
- Where is Matoor located?
- Matoor village is situated in Virajpet Taluka, within the Kodagu district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Matoor?
- The Gram Panchayat of Matoor is Kirgur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Matoor?
- The pincode of Matoor is 571216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Matoor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Matoor is 3,343, with 1,594 males and 1,749 females.
- How many households are there in Matoor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Matoor village has a total of 945 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Matoor as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Matoor is 72.63%. The male literacy rate is 75.47%, while the female literacy rate is 70.04%.