Matorda - Nabha, Patiala
Matorda is a village situated in the Nabha tehsil of Patiala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nabha and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Patiala. Matorara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matorda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matorda is 036343. The village covers a total geographical area of 532 hectares and falls under the 147202 pincode. Bhadson is the nearest town.
Matorda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nabha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matorda
According to the 2011 Census, Matorda village had a total population of 1,961 people, including 1,048 males and 913 females, living in 375 households. The sex ratio was 871 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.05%, with male literacy at 70.76% and female literacy at 62.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 667.
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 | 1,961 | 1,048 | 913 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 135 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 667 | 350 | 317 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,164 | 646 | 518 |
| Illiterate Population | 797 | 402 | 395 |
Nearby Villages of Matorda
Matorda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Matorda
Matorda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Patiala to Matorda is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matorda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matorda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Matorda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matorda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Matorda
Where is Matorda located?
Matorda village is located in Nabha Tehsil, Patiala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matorda?
The Gram Panchayat of Matorda is Matorara.
What is the pincode of Matorda?
The pincode of Matorda is 147202.
What is the population of Matorda?
Matorda had a total population of 1,961, including 1,048 males and 913 females.
How many households are there in Matorda?
Matorda had 375 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matorda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matorda was 67.05%. Male literacy was 70.76% and female literacy was 62.94%.