Matyana - Shillai, Sirmaur
Matyana is a village situated in the Shillai tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 120 km from Nahan. Gawali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matyana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matyana is 023458. The village covers a total geographical area of 326 hectares and falls under the 173027 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Matyana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shillai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matyana
According to the 2011 Census, Matyana village had a total population of 763 people, including 400 males and 363 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.98%, with male literacy at 71.81% and female literacy at 61.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 273.
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 | 763 | 400 | 363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 63 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 273 | 159 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 424 | 242 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 339 | 158 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Matyana
Matyana 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 Matyana
Public transport in the Matyana 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 Nahan to Matyana is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matyana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matyana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Matyana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matyana 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 Matyana
Where is Matyana located?
Matyana village is located in Shillai Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Matyana?
The Gram Panchayat of Matyana is Gawali.
What is the pincode of Matyana?
The pincode of Matyana is 173027.
What is the population of Matyana?
Matyana had a total population of 763, including 400 males and 363 females.
How many households are there in Matyana?
Matyana had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matyana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matyana was 66.98%. Male literacy was 71.81% and female literacy was 61.49%.