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.

Matta has its own place in the vibrant Faridkot 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 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.

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Population of Matta

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Matta village is around 6,121, including approximately 3,241 males and 2,880 females, with a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 681 children aged 0–6 years in Matta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Matta village has 2,643 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Matta village is about 56.80%, with male literacy at 60.10% and female literacy at 53.09%.
  • There are around 1,174 households in Matta village.

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%.