Matour - Kangra
Matour is a village situated in the Kangra tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Mataur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matour village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matour is 009689. The village covers a total geographical area of 55 hectares and falls under the 176001 pincode. Kangra is the nearest town.
Matour village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kangra Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Matour
As per Census 2011, Matour village has a total population of 1,038 people, consisting of 532 males and 506 females. The village has 233 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 789 literate and 249 illiterate residents. Additionally, 81 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matour are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,038 | 532 | 506 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 51 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 44 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 789 | 441 | 348 |
| Illiterate Population | 249 | 91 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Matour
Matour 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 Matour
Matour is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Matour.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dharmsala to Matour is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matour
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matour village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Matour
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matour village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Matour
Where is Matour located?
Matour village is located in Kangra Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matour?
The Gram Panchayat of Matour is Mataur.
What is the pincode of Matour?
The pincode of Matour is 176001.
What is the population of Matour?
Matour has a total population of 1,038, including 532 males and 506 females.
How many households are there in Matour?
There are 233 households in Matour.
What is the literacy rate in Matour?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matour is 76.01%. Male literacy is 82.89% and female literacy is 68.77%.