Matwari
Matwari is a village located in Murwara tehsil of Katni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 17km away from Katni, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Matwari village. As per 2009 stats, Deoritola is the gram panchayat of Matwari village.
Matwari has its own place in the vibrant Katni 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 Matwari
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Matwari is 488130. The village spans a total geographical area of 605.24 hectares. Katni is nearest town to Matwari village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Matwari village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Murwara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khajuraho Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Matwari
Population of Matwari
Below is a concise population overview of Matwari 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 | 1,318 | 659 | 659 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 100 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 359 | 178 | 181 |
| Literate Population | 773 | 448 | 325 |
| Illiterate Population | 545 | 211 | 334 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Matwari village:
- The total population of Matwari village is around 1,318, including approximately 659 males and 659 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 211 children aged 0–6 years in Matwari village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Matwari village has 29 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 359 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Matwari village is about 58.65%, with male literacy at 67.98% and female literacy at 49.32%.
- There are around 296 households in Matwari village.
Connectivity of Matwari
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Matwari. As per the 2011 stats, Matwari 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Matwari
Knowing the nearby villages of Matwari helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Matwari.
Frequently Asked Questions about Matwari
- Where is Matwari located?
- Matwari village is situated in Murwara Tehsil, within the Katni district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Matwari?
- The Gram Panchayat of Matwari is Deoritola (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Matwari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Matwari is 1,318, with 659 males and 659 females.
- How many households are there in Matwari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Matwari village has a total of 296 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Matwari as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Matwari is 58.65%. The male literacy rate is 67.98%, while the female literacy rate is 49.32%.