Matli - Theog, Shimla
Matli is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Kyar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matli is 025059. The village covers a total geographical area of 104.03 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Matli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matli
According to the 2011 Census, Matli village had a total population of 205 people, including 112 males and 93 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 830 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.78%, with male literacy at 90.48% and female literacy at 77.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22.
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 | 205 | 112 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 7 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 156 | 95 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 17 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Matli
Matli 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 Matli
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Matli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Matli is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matli 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 Matli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matli
Where is Matli located?
Matli village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matli?
The Gram Panchayat of Matli is Kyar.
What is the pincode of Matli?
The pincode of Matli is 171201.
What is the population of Matli?
Matli had a total population of 205, including 112 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Matli?
Matli had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matli was 84.78%. Male literacy was 90.48% and female literacy was 77.22%.