Mateog - Jalog, Shimla
Mateog is a village situated in the Jalog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 72 km from Shimla. Karyali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mateog village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mateog is 024140. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.47 hectares and falls under the 171019 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Mateog village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mateog
According to the 2011 Census, Mateog village had a total population of 91 people, including 44 males and 47 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,068 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.01%, with male literacy at 84.62% and female literacy at 73.81%.
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 | 91 | 44 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 33 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 11 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Mateog
Mateog 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 Mateog
Public transport in the Mateog is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Shimla to Mateog is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mateog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mateog 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mateog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mateog 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 Mateog
Where is Mateog located?
Mateog village is located in Jalog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mateog?
The Gram Panchayat of Mateog is Karyali.
What is the pincode of Mateog?
The pincode of Mateog is 171019.
What is the population of Mateog?
Mateog had a total population of 91, including 44 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Mateog?
Mateog had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mateog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mateog was 79.01%. Male literacy was 84.62% and female literacy was 73.81%.