Matogadi - Sunni, Shimla
Matogadi is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 46 km from Shimla. Shakrori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matogadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matogadi is 024076. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Matogadi 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 Matogadi
According to the 2011 Census, Matogadi village had a total population of 79 people, including 33 males and 46 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,394 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.33%, with male literacy at 96.67% and female literacy at 77.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 25.
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 | 79 | 33 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 9 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 29 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 4 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Matogadi
Matogadi 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 Matogadi
Matogadi 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 Shimla to Matogadi is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matogadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matogadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Matogadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matogadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matogadi
Where is Matogadi located?
Matogadi village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matogadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Matogadi is Shakrori.
What is the pincode of Matogadi?
The pincode of Matogadi is 171301.
What is the population of Matogadi?
Matogadi had a total population of 79, including 33 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Matogadi?
Matogadi had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matogadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matogadi was 85.33%. Male literacy was 96.67% and female literacy was 77.78%.