Matkunki

Matkunki is a village located in Tasgaon tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Tasgaon (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Matkunki village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Matkunki unique in its vibrant Tasgaon-Sangli region. You’ll see Matkunki’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 Matkunki

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Matkunki is 568691. The village spans a total geographical area of 793.31 hectares. Tasgaon is nearest town to Matkunki village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

When it comes to local governance, Matkunki 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 Khanapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sangli 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 Matkunki

According to the 2011 Census, Matkunki has a total population of about 1,545, with approximately 782 males and 763 females. The sex ratio is around 975 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 182 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 312 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.85%, with male literacy at about 77.88% and female literacy near 69.72%. There are around 330 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Matkunki's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,545 782 763
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 182 104 78
Scheduled Castes (SC) 312 152 160
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 N/A 1
Literate Population 1,141 609 532
Illiterate Population 404 173 231

Connectivity of Matkunki

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Matkunki. As per the 2011 stats, Matkunki 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 Matkunki

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Matkunki

Where is Matkunki located?
Matkunki village is situated in Tasgaon Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matkunki?
Matkunki serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Matkunki as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Matkunki is 1,545, with 782 males and 763 females.
How many households are there in Matkunki as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Matkunki village has a total of 330 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matkunki as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Matkunki is 73.85%. The male literacy rate is 77.88%, while the female literacy rate is 69.72%.