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.

Matton has its own place in the vibrant Hoshiarpur 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 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.

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Population of Matton

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Matton village is around 235, including approximately 120 males and 115 females, with a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 28 children aged 0–6 years in Matton village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Matton village has 11 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Matton village is about 62.98%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 59.13%.
  • There are around 55 households in Matton village.

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)
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.

Ibrahimpur Bagwain Gogon Mehtabpur Dugri Garhi Pahlewal Sadhowal Parowal Bhajjal Tejpur

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%.