Matharani Sound - Gadraroad, Barmer
Matharani Sound is a village situated in the Gadraroad tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 110 km from Sheo and around 110 km from Barmer. Khalife Ki Baori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matharani Sound village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matharani Sound is 086646. The village covers a total geographical area of 850.99 hectares and falls under the 344501 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Matharani Sound village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sheo Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matharani Sound
According to the 2011 Census, Matharani Sound village had a total population of 533 people, including 273 males and 260 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.39%, with male literacy at 62.31% and female literacy at 24.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 34.
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 | 533 | 273 | 260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 74 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 20 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 124 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 367 | 149 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Matharani Sound
Matharani Sound 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhakharpura | East | 2.32 km |
| Shahmeer Ka Par | West | 3.67 km |
| Dhamdali | East | 4.72 km |
| Lambara | North-East | 4.98 km |
| Paboosari | South-West | 5.45 km |
| Bahla | North | 6.63 km |
| Mathar Ka Par | South | 7.32 km |
| Khaniyani | South-East | 7.83 km |
| Salam Singh Ki Basti | North-East | 8.11 km |
| Heerpura | South | 8.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Matharani Sound
Matharani Sound is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gadra Road, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Barmer to Matharani Sound is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matharani Sound
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matharani Sound village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Matharani Sound
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matharani Sound village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matharani Sound
Where is Matharani Sound located?
Matharani Sound village is located in Gadraroad Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Matharani Sound?
The Gram Panchayat of Matharani Sound is Khalife Ki Baori.
What is the pincode of Matharani Sound?
The pincode of Matharani Sound is 344501.
What is the population of Matharani Sound?
Matharani Sound had a total population of 533, including 273 males and 260 females.
How many households are there in Matharani Sound?
Matharani Sound had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matharani Sound?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matharani Sound was 44.39%. Male literacy was 62.31% and female literacy was 24.00%.