Matehal - Karsog, Mandi
Matehal is a village situated in the Karsog tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Matehal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matehal is 016132. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.6 hectares and falls under the 175011 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Matehal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karsog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matehal
As per Census 2011, Matehal village has a total population of 456 people, consisting of 234 males and 222 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 334 literate and 122 illiterate residents. Additionally, 198 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matehal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 456 | 234 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 103 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 334 | 192 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 42 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Matehal
Matehal 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 Matehal
Matehal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Mandi to Matehal is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matehal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matehal 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Matehal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matehal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Matehal
Where is Matehal located?
Matehal village is located in Karsog Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matehal?
Matehal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Matehal?
The pincode of Matehal is 175011.
What is the population of Matehal?
Matehal has a total population of 456, including 234 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Matehal?
There are 84 households in Matehal.
What is the literacy rate in Matehal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matehal is 73.25%. Male literacy is 82.05% and female literacy is 63.96%.