Matuja

Matuja is a village located in Sheo tehsil of Barmer district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Sheo (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Barmer. As per 2009 stats, Hathisingh Ka Gaon is the gram panchayat of Matuja village.

Matuja has its own place in the vibrant Barmer 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 Matuja

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Matuja is 086773. The village spans a total geographical area of 2998 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 344701. Barmer is nearest town to Matuja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 65km away.

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Population of Matuja

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,059 558 501
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 221 114 107
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 174 92 82
Literate Population 445 256 189
Illiterate Population 614 302 312

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

  • The total population of Matuja village is around 1,059, including approximately 558 males and 501 females, with a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 221 children aged 0–6 years in Matuja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Matuja village has 174 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Matuja village is about 42.02%, with male literacy at 45.88% and female literacy at 37.72%.
  • There are around 175 households in Matuja village.

Connectivity of Matuja

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Matuja. As per the 2011 stats, Matuja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Matuja

Knowing the nearby villages of Matuja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Matuja.

Mege Ka Gaon Nagnasar Jhanphli Kalan Jhanphli Khurd Rawat Ka Gaon Rampura Sargeelapar Junejon Ki Basti Adarsh Basti Jhari Dholkiya

Frequently Asked Questions about Matuja

Where is Matuja located?
Matuja village is situated in Sheo Tehsil, within the Barmer district of Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matuja?
The Gram Panchayat of Matuja is Hathisingh Ka Gaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Matuja?
The pincode of Matuja is 344701, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Matuja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Matuja is 1,059, with 558 males and 501 females.
How many households are there in Matuja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Matuja village has a total of 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matuja as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Matuja is 42.02%. The male literacy rate is 45.88%, while the female literacy rate is 37.72%.