Matam
Matam is a village located in Vandavasi taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Vandavasi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Matam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Madam is the gram panchayat of Matam village.
Here you can discover what makes Matam unique in its vibrant Vandavasi-Tiruvannamalai region. You’ll see Matam’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 Matam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Matam is 631580. The village spans a total geographical area of 169.65 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 604502. Chetpet is nearest town to Matam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Matam
Population of Matam
According to the 2011 Census, Matam has a total population of about 1,283, with approximately 617 males and 666 females. The sex ratio is around 1079 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 116 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 436 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.97%, with male literacy at about 78.61% and female literacy near 58.11%. There are around 341 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Matam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,283 | 617 | 666 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 54 | 62 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 436 | 209 | 227 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
Literate Population | 872 | 485 | 387 |
Illiterate Population | 411 | 132 | 279 |
Connectivity of Matam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Matam. As per the 2011 stats, Matam 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 village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 45 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Matam
Knowing the nearby villages of Matam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Matam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Matam
- Where is Matam located?
- Matam village is situated in Vandavasi Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Matam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Matam is Madam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Matam?
- The pincode of Matam is 604502, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Matam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Matam is 1,283, with 617 males and 666 females.
- How many households are there in Matam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Matam village has a total of 341 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Matam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Matam is 67.97%. The male literacy rate is 78.61%, while the female literacy rate is 58.11%.