Matola - Dalhousie, Chamba
Matola is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Padhrotu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matola is 007463. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.72 hectares and falls under the 176303 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Matola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matola
According to the 2011 Census, Matola village had a total population of 287 people, including 152 males and 135 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.62%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 55.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 274, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 287 | 152 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 22 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 274 | 146 | 128 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 104 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 48 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Matola
Matola 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 Matola
Matola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dalhousie to Matola is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Matola is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matola 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Matola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matola
Where is Matola located?
Matola village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Matola?
The Gram Panchayat of Matola is Padhrotu.
What is the pincode of Matola?
The pincode of Matola is 176303.
What is the population of Matola?
Matola had a total population of 287, including 152 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Matola?
Matola had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matola was 68.62%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 55.05%.