Matwadi

Matwadi is a village located in Khed tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 51km away from sub-district headquarter Khed (tehsildar office) and 108km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Songaon is the gram panchayat of Matwadi village.

Matwadi has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri 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 Matwadi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Matwadi is 565143. The village spans a total geographical area of 115.45 hectares. Chiplun is nearest town to Matwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

When it comes to local governance, Matwadi 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 Guhagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Matwadi

Below is a concise population overview of Matwadi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 836 390 446
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 98 51 47
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 580 304 276
Illiterate Population 256 86 170

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Matwadi village:

  • The total population of Matwadi village is around 836, including approximately 390 males and 446 females, with a sex ratio of 1143 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 98 children aged 0–6 years in Matwadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Matwadi village is about 69.38%, with male literacy at 77.95% and female literacy at 61.88%.
  • There are around 188 households in Matwadi village.

Connectivity of Matwadi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Matwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Matwadi 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 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Matwadi

Knowing the nearby villages of Matwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Matwadi.

Bajrang Nagar Shirgaon Shirgaon Kh Kotwali Ghanekhunt Songaon Ghagwadi Dhamandevi Dhamandevi Mohalla Lote Chirani

Frequently Asked Questions about Matwadi

Where is Matwadi located?
Matwadi village is situated in Khed Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Matwadi is Songaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Matwadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Matwadi is 836, with 390 males and 446 females.
How many households are there in Matwadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Matwadi village has a total of 188 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matwadi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Matwadi is 69.38%. The male literacy rate is 77.95%, while the female literacy rate is 61.88%.