Matton - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Matton is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Matto serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matton village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matton is 031993. The village covers a total geographical area of 75 hectares and falls under the 144528 pincode. Garhshankar is the nearest town.
Matton village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chabbewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matton
According to the 2011 Census, Matton village had a total population of 235 people, including 120 males and 115 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.50%, with male literacy at 76.19% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 235 | 120 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 148 | 80 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 40 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Matton
Matton 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Garhi | West | 0.90 km |
| Bhambian | South-East | 1.77 km |
| Shahpur | North-East | 1.85 km |
| Saddarpur | East | 1.86 km |
| Pahlewal | West | 2.08 km |
| Mehtabpur | South-West | 2.15 km |
| Bora | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Birampur | North | 3.22 km |
| Kulewal | South | 3.29 km |
| Kunail | East | 3.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Matton
Matton is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Garhshankar, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Hoshiarpur to Matton is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matton
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matton village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Matton
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matton 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Matton
Where is Matton located?
Matton village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matton?
The Gram Panchayat of Matton is Matto.
What is the pincode of Matton?
The pincode of Matton is 144528.
What is the population of Matton?
Matton had a total population of 235, including 120 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Matton?
Matton had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matton?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matton was 71.50%. Male literacy was 76.19% and female literacy was 66.67%.