Matla - Kasauli, Solan
Matla is a village situated in the Kasauli tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Anji Matla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matla is 021682. The village covers a total geographical area of 26.45 hectares and falls under the 173209 pincode. Dagshai is the nearest town.
Matla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matla
According to the 2011 Census, Matla village had a total population of 121 people, including 57 males and 64 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,123 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.82%, with male literacy at 98.00% and female literacy at 86.67%.
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 | 121 | 57 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 49 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 8 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Matla
Matla 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 Matla
Matla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Matla.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Matla is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Matla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matla
Where is Matla located?
Matla village is located in Kasauli Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matla?
The Gram Panchayat of Matla is Anji Matla.
What is the pincode of Matla?
The pincode of Matla is 173209.
What is the population of Matla?
Matla had a total population of 121, including 57 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Matla?
Matla had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matla was 91.82%. Male literacy was 98.00% and female literacy was 86.67%.