Matgaran
Matgaran is a village located in Basanti subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.5km away from sub-district headquarter Sonakhali (tehsildar office) and 70.5km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Basanti is the gram panchayat of Matgaran village.
Matgaran has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas 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 Matgaran
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Matgaran is 335100. The village spans a total geographical area of 253.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743312. Canning is nearest town to Matgaran village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
When it comes to local governance, Matgaran village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Basanti Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Matgaran
Population of Matgaran
Below is a concise population overview of Matgaran as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,308 | 1,177 | 1,131 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 339 | 178 | 161 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 86 | 66 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
Literate Population | 1,608 | 883 | 725 |
Illiterate Population | 700 | 294 | 406 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Matgaran village:
- The total population of Matgaran village is around 2,308, including approximately 1,177 males and 1,131 females, with a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 339 children aged 0–6 years in Matgaran village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Matgaran village has 152 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 19 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Matgaran village is about 69.67%, with male literacy at 75.02% and female literacy at 64.10%.
- There are around 478 households in Matgaran village.
Connectivity of Matgaran
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Matgaran. As per the 2011 stats, Matgaran 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 <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Matgaran
Knowing the nearby villages of Matgaran helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Matgaran.
Frequently Asked Questions about Matgaran
- Where is Matgaran located?
- Matgaran village is situated in Basanti Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Matgaran?
- The Gram Panchayat of Matgaran is Basanti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Matgaran?
- The pincode of Matgaran is 743312, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Matgaran as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Matgaran is 2,308, with 1,177 males and 1,131 females.
- How many households are there in Matgaran as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Matgaran village has a total of 478 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Matgaran as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Matgaran is 69.67%. The male literacy rate is 75.02%, while the female literacy rate is 64.10%.