Matwan
About Matwan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Matwan village is 564846. Matwan village is located in Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Dapoli Camp (tehsildar office) and 174km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Matavan is the gram panchayat of Matwan village.
The total geographical area of village is 289.43 hectares. Matwan has a total population of 426 peoples, out of which male population is 195 while female population is 231. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1184 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of matwan village is 69.48% out of which 76.41% males and 63.64% females are literate. There are about 123 houses in matwan village. Pincode of matwan village locality is 415712.
When it comes to administration, Matwan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Matwan village comes under Dapoli Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raigad Lok Sabha constituency. Dapoli Camp is nearest town to matwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
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Population of Matwan
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 426 | 195 | 231 |
| Literate Population | 296 | 149 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 46 | 84 |
Connectivity of Matwan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Matwan
Where is Matwan located?
Matwan village is situated in Dapoli Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Matwan is Matavan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Matwan?
The pincode of Matwan is 415712, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Matwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Matwan is 426, with 195 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Matwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Matwan village has a total of 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Matwan is 69.48%. The male literacy rate is 76.41%, while the female literacy rate is 63.64%.