Matton
Matton is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Matto is the gram panchayat of Matton village.
Here you can discover what makes Matton unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Matton’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 Matton
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Matton is 031993. The village spans a total geographical area of 75 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144527. Garhshankar is nearest town to Matton village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Matton
Population of Matton
According to the 2011 Census, Matton has a total population of about 235, with approximately 120 males and 115 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 28 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 11 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 62.98%, with male literacy at about 66.67% and female literacy near 59.13%. There are around 55 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Matton's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 235 | 120 | 115 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 148 | 80 | 68 |
Illiterate Population | 87 | 40 | 47 |
Connectivity of Matton
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Matton. As per the 2011 stats, Matton had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Matton
Knowing the nearby villages of Matton helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Matton.
Frequently Asked Questions about Matton
- Where is Matton located?
- Matton village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Matton?
- The Gram Panchayat of Matton is Matto (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Matton?
- The pincode of Matton is 144527, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Matton as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Matton is 235, with 120 males and 115 females.
- How many households are there in Matton as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Matton village has a total of 55 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Matton as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Matton is 62.98%. The male literacy rate is 66.67%, while the female literacy rate is 59.13%.