Matham - Hukumpeta, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Matham is a village situated in the Hukumpeta mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Hukumpeta and around 112 km from Visakhapatnam. Mattam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matham village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matham is 584450. The village covers a total geographical area of 552 hectares and falls under the 531077 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Matham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Matham
According to the 2011 Census, Matham village had a total population of 953 people, including 474 males and 479 females, living in 247 households. The sex ratio was 1,011 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.52%, with male literacy at 76.85% and female literacy at 36.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 795.
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 | 953 | 474 | 479 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 55 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 795 | 393 | 402 |
| Literate Population | 481 | 322 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 472 | 152 | 320 |
Nearby Villages of Matham
Matham is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Matham
Matham is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anakapalle to Matham is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Matham is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matham village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Matham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matham 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 Matham
Where is Matham located?
Matham village is located in Hukumpeta Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matham?
The Gram Panchayat of Matham is Mattam.
What is the pincode of Matham?
The pincode of Matham is 531077.
What is the population of Matham?
Matham had a total population of 953, including 474 males and 479 females.
How many households are there in Matham?
Matham had 247 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matham was 56.52%. Male literacy was 76.85% and female literacy was 36.81%.