Matiyund - Churah, Chamba
Matiyund is a village situated in the Churah tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 94 km from Chamba. Jhajja Kothi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matiyund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matiyund is 006832. The village covers a total geographical area of 355 hectares and falls under the 176316 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Matiyund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Churah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matiyund
According to the 2011 Census, Matiyund village had a total population of 458 people, including 233 males and 225 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.64%, with male literacy at 80.31% and female literacy at 39.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30.
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 | 458 | 233 | 225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 40 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 228 | 155 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 230 | 78 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Matiyund
Matiyund 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 Matiyund
Matiyund is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Matiyund is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matiyund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matiyund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Matiyund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matiyund village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matiyund
Where is Matiyund located?
Matiyund village is located in Churah Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Matiyund?
The Gram Panchayat of Matiyund is Jhajja Kothi.
What is the pincode of Matiyund?
The pincode of Matiyund is 176316.
What is the population of Matiyund?
Matiyund had a total population of 458, including 233 males and 225 females.
How many households are there in Matiyund?
Matiyund had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matiyund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matiyund was 60.64%. Male literacy was 80.31% and female literacy was 39.89%.