Matra
About Matra
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Matra village is 334346. Matra village is located in Diamond Harbour I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Diamond Harbour (tehsildar office) and 43.2km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Mashat is the gram panchayat of Matra village.
The total geographical area of village is 80.11 hectares. Matra has a total population of 1,587 peoples, out of which male population is 811 while female population is 776. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 956 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of matra village is 58.66% out of which 62.39% males and 54.77% females are literate. There are about 304 houses in matra village. Pincode of matra village locality is 743375.
When it comes to administration, Matra village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Matra village comes under Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha constituency & Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha constituency. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to matra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
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Population of Matra
The population details of Matra cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,587 | 811 | 776 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 307 | 160 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 931 | 506 | 425 |
| Illiterate Population | 656 | 305 | 351 |
Connectivity of Matra
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Matra
Where is Matra located?
Matra village is situated in Diamond Harbour I Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matra?
The Gram Panchayat of Matra is Mashat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Matra?
The pincode of Matra is 743375, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Matra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Matra is 1,587, with 811 males and 776 females.
How many households are there in Matra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Matra village has a total of 304 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Matra is 58.66%. The male literacy rate is 62.39%, while the female literacy rate is 54.77%.