Matwan
Matwan is a village located in Poladpur tehsil of Raigarh district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Poladpur (tehsildar office) and 132km away from district headquarter Alibag. As per 2009 stats, Matwan village is also a gram panchayat.
Matwan has its own place in the vibrant Raigarh 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 Matwan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Matwan is 555144. The village spans a total geographical area of 407.64 hectares. Mahad is nearest town to Matwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Matwan
Population of Matwan
Below is a concise population overview of Matwan 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 | 944 | 492 | 452 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 59 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 55 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 101 | 61 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 683 | 384 | 299 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 108 | 153 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Matwan village:
- The total population of Matwan village is around 944, including approximately 492 males and 452 females, with a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 117 children aged 0–6 years in Matwan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Matwan village has 113 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 101 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Matwan village is about 72.35%, with male literacy at 78.05% and female literacy at 66.15%.
- There are around 183 households in Matwan village.
Connectivity of Matwan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Matwan. As per the 2011 stats, Matwan 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Matwan
Knowing the nearby villages of Matwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Matwan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Matwan
- Where is Matwan located?
- Matwan village is situated in Poladpur Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Matwan?
- Matwan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Matwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Matwan is 944, with 492 males and 452 females.
- How many households are there in Matwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Matwan village has a total of 183 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Matwan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Matwan is 72.35%. The male literacy rate is 78.05%, while the female literacy rate is 66.15%.