Matwara
Matwara is a village located in Bahoriband tehsil of Katni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Bahoriband (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Katni. As per 2009 stats, Matwara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Matwara unique in its vibrant Bahoriband-Katni region. You’ll see Matwara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Matwara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Matwara is 488763. The village spans a total geographical area of 689.74 hectares. Katni is nearest town to Matwara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
Google Map of Matwara
Population of Matwara
According to the 2011 Census, Matwara has a total population of about 1,902, with approximately 971 males and 931 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 297 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 209 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 197. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.98%, with male literacy at about 74.15% and female literacy near 55.42%. There are around 356 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Matwara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,902 | 971 | 931 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 297 | 163 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 209 | 109 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 197 | 98 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 1,236 | 720 | 516 |
| Illiterate Population | 666 | 251 | 415 |
Connectivity of Matwara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Matwara. As per the 2011 stats, Matwara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Matwara
Knowing the nearby villages of Matwara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Matwara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Matwara
- Where is Matwara located?
- Matwara village is situated in Bahoriband Tehsil, within the Katni district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Matwara?
- Matwara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Matwara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Matwara is 1,902, with 971 males and 931 females.
- How many households are there in Matwara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Matwara village has a total of 356 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Matwara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Matwara is 64.98%. The male literacy rate is 74.15%, while the female literacy rate is 55.42%.