Matal
About Matal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Matal village is 025405. Matal village is located in Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 107km away from district headquarter Chaupal. Chaupal is the sub-district headquarter of Matal village. As per 2009 stats, Matal village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 218.24 hectares. Matal has a total population of 268 peoples, out of which male population is 147 while female population is 121. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 823 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of matal village is 68.28% out of which 80.95% males and 52.89% females are literate. There are about 52 houses in matal village. Pincode of matal village locality is 171211.
When it comes to administration, Matal village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Matal village comes under Chopal Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Chaupal is nearest town to matal village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Matal
The population details of Matal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 268 | 147 | 121 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 120 | 66 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 183 | 119 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 28 | 57 |
Connectivity of Matal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Matal
Where is Matal located?
Matal village is situated in Chaupal Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matal?
Matal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Matal?
The pincode of Matal is 171211, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Matal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Matal is 268, with 147 males and 121 females.
How many households are there in Matal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Matal village has a total of 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Matal is 68.28%. The male literacy rate is 80.95%, while the female literacy rate is 52.89%.