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
As per Census 2011, Matogadi village has a total population of 79 people, consisting of 33 males and 46 females. The village has 17 households and a sex ratio of 1,393 females per 1,000 males. There are 4 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 64 literate and 15 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matogadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 79 | 33 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 9 | 16 |
| 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 has a total population of 79, including 33 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Matogadi?
There are 17 households in Matogadi.
What is the literacy rate in Matogadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matogadi is 81.01%. Male literacy is 87.88% and female literacy is 76.09%.