Matholi - Gangath, Kangra
Matholi is a village situated in the Gangath tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 98 km from Dharmsala. Makroli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matholi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matholi is 008749. The village covers a total geographical area of 308.16 hectares and falls under the 176201 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Matholi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Indora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matholi
According to the 2011 Census, Matholi village had a total population of 292 people, including 155 males and 137 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.96%, with male literacy at 88.41% and female literacy at 74.36%.
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 | 292 | 155 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 209 | 122 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 33 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Matholi
Matholi 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 Matholi
Matholi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Matholi is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matholi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Matholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matholi 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 Matholi
Where is Matholi located?
Matholi village is located in Gangath Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matholi?
The Gram Panchayat of Matholi is Makroli.
What is the pincode of Matholi?
The pincode of Matholi is 176201.
What is the population of Matholi?
Matholi had a total population of 292, including 155 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Matholi?
Matholi had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matholi was 81.96%. Male literacy was 88.41% and female literacy was 74.36%.