Matta - Jaitu, Faridkot
Matta is a village situated in the Jaitu tehsil of Faridkot district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaitu and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Faridkot. Kohte Baba Chanda Singh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matta is 035604. The village covers a total geographical area of 1852 hectares and falls under the 151204 pincode. Jaitu is the nearest town.
Matta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katkapura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Faridkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matta
As per Census 2011, Matta village has a total population of 6,121 people, consisting of 3,241 males and 2,880 females. The village has 1,174 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 681 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,477 literate and 2,644 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,643 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,121 | 3,241 | 2,880 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 681 | 379 | 302 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,643 | 1,409 | 1,234 |
| Literate Population | 3,477 | 1,948 | 1,529 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,644 | 1,293 | 1,351 |
Nearby Villages of Matta
Matta is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ajit Gill | East | 2.66 km |
| Romana Albel Singh | North-East | 3.45 km |
| Ramu Wala | South-East | 3.69 km |
| Rori Kapura | South-West | 4.25 km |
| Hari Nau | North-West | 4.66 km |
| Kasam Bhatti | South-West | 4.68 km |
| Sarawan | North-East | 5.14 km |
| Bhairon Ki Bhatti | West | 5.76 km |
| Chaina | South | 6.05 km |
| Gurusar | North-East | 6.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Matta
Matta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ajitgill Matta, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Faridkot to Matta is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Matta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Matta
Where is Matta located?
Matta village is located in Jaitu Tehsil, Faridkot district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matta?
The Gram Panchayat of Matta is Kohte Baba Chanda Singh.
What is the pincode of Matta?
The pincode of Matta is 151204.
What is the population of Matta?
Matta has a total population of 6,121, including 3,241 males and 2,880 females.
How many households are there in Matta?
There are 1,174 households in Matta.
What is the literacy rate in Matta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matta is 56.80%. Male literacy is 60.10% and female literacy is 53.09%.