Matta
Matta is a village located in Jaitu tehsil of Faridkot district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Jaitu (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Faridkot. As per 2009 stats, Matta village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Matta unique in its vibrant Jaitu-Faridkot region. You’ll see Matta’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 Matta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Matta is 035604. The village spans a total geographical area of 1852 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 151204. Jaitu is nearest town to Matta village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Matta 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 Jaitu Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Faridkot Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Matta
Population of Matta
According to the 2011 Census, Matta has a total population of about 6,121, with approximately 3,241 males and 2,880 females. The sex ratio is around 888 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 681 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,643 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.80%, with male literacy at about 60.10% and female literacy near 53.09%. There are around 1,174 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Matta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,477 | 1,948 | 1,529 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,644 | 1,293 | 1,351 |
Connectivity of Matta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Matta. As per the 2011 stats, Matta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Matta
Knowing the nearby villages of Matta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Matta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Matta
- Where is Matta located?
- Matta village is situated in Jaitu Tehsil, within the Faridkot district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Matta?
- Matta serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Matta?
- The pincode of Matta is 151204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Matta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Matta is 6,121, with 3,241 males and 2,880 females.
- How many households are there in Matta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Matta village has a total of 1,174 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Matta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Matta is 56.80%. The male literacy rate is 60.10%, while the female literacy rate is 53.09%.