Uttar Matikhola - Hojai
Uttar Matikhola is a village situated in the Hojai subdivision of Hojai district, Assam. It is located approximately 4 km from Hojai and around 60 km from Nagaon. Radhanagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Matikhola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Matikhola is 285129. The village covers a total geographical area of 240.06 hectares and falls under the 782435 pincode. Hojai is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Uttar Matikhola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hojai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaziranga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uttar Matikhola
As per Census 2011, Uttar Matikhola village has a total population of 1,296 people, consisting of 659 males and 637 females. The village has 267 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 168 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 759 literate and 537 illiterate residents. Additionally, 659 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uttar Matikhola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,296 | 659 | 637 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 80 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 659 | 342 | 317 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | - | 3 |
| Literate Population | 759 | 435 | 324 |
| Illiterate Population | 537 | 224 | 313 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Matikhola
Uttar Matikhola 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 Uttar Matikhola
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Uttar Matikhola. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Uttar Matikhola.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hojai to Uttar Matikhola is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaon to Uttar Matikhola is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttar Matikhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Matikhola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Uttar Matikhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uttar Matikhola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Uttar Matikhola
Where is Uttar Matikhola located?
Uttar Matikhola village is located in Hojai Subdivision, Hojai district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Matikhola?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Matikhola is Radhanagar.
What is the pincode of Uttar Matikhola?
The pincode of Uttar Matikhola is 782435.
What is the population of Uttar Matikhola?
Uttar Matikhola has a total population of 1,296, including 659 males and 637 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Matikhola?
There are 267 households in Uttar Matikhola.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Matikhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Matikhola is 58.56%. Male literacy is 66.01% and female literacy is 50.86%.