Matti - Atholi (Paddar), Kishtwar
Matti is a village situated in the Atholi (Paddar) tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Atholi and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Kishtwar. Gulabgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matti is 004773. The village covers a total geographical area of 674.6 hectares and falls under the 182204 pincode. Kishtwar is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Matti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Matti
As per Census 2011, Matti village has a total population of 403 people, consisting of 215 males and 188 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 874 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 119 literate and 284 illiterate residents. Additionally, 132 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 403 | 215 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 44 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 132 | 67 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 72 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 143 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Matti
Matti 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 Matti
Public transport in the Matti is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Kishtwar to Matti is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kishtwar to Matti is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Matti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matti 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 Matti
Where is Matti located?
Matti village is located in Atholi (Paddar) Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matti?
The Gram Panchayat of Matti is Gulabgarh.
What is the pincode of Matti?
The pincode of Matti is 182204.
What is the population of Matti?
Matti has a total population of 403, including 215 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Matti?
There are 84 households in Matti.
What is the literacy rate in Matti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matti is 29.53%. Male literacy is 33.49% and female literacy is 25.00%.