Matial - Jawalamukhi, Kangra
Matial is a village situated in the Jawalamukhi tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Sihorpai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matial village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matial is 010529. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.91 hectares and falls under the 176031 pincode. Jawalamukhi is the nearest town.
Matial village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matial
According to the 2011 Census, Matial village had a total population of 322 people, including 141 males and 181 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 1,284 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.78%, with male literacy at 94.17% and female literacy at 86.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 55.
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 | 322 | 141 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 21 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 246 | 113 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 28 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Matial
Matial 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 Matial
Matial is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Matial.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Matial is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matial
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matial village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Matial
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matial 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 Matial
Where is Matial located?
Matial village is located in Jawalamukhi Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matial?
The Gram Panchayat of Matial is Sihorpai.
What is the pincode of Matial?
The pincode of Matial is 176031.
What is the population of Matial?
Matial had a total population of 322, including 141 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Matial?
Matial had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matial?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matial was 89.78%. Male literacy was 94.17% and female literacy was 86.36%.