Mataina - Taklech, Shimla
Mataina is a village situated in the Taklech tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 148 km from Shimla. Munish serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mataina village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mataina is 023677. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.19 hectares and falls under the 172022 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Mataina village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mataina
According to the 2011 Census, Mataina village had a total population of 73 people, including 34 males and 39 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,147 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.75%, with male literacy at 75.86% and female literacy at 62.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 67.
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 | 73 | 34 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 31 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 12 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Mataina
Mataina 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 Mataina
Mataina is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Mataina is about 148 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mataina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mataina 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 Mataina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mataina village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mataina
Where is Mataina located?
Mataina village is located in Taklech Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mataina?
The Gram Panchayat of Mataina is Munish.
What is the pincode of Mataina?
The pincode of Mataina is 172022.
What is the population of Mataina?
Mataina had a total population of 73, including 34 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Mataina?
Mataina had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mataina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mataina was 68.75%. Male literacy was 75.86% and female literacy was 62.86%.