Matayeen - Drass, Kargil
Matayeen is a village situated in the Drass tehsil of Kargil district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 80 km from Kargil and around 80 km from Kargil. Matayen serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matayeen village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matayeen is 001009. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.2 hectares and falls under the 194102 pincode. Kargil is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Matayeen village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Matayeen
According to the 2011 Census, Matayeen village had a total population of 500 people, including 247 males and 253 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.69%, with male literacy at 80.77% and female literacy at 50.25%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 497.
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 | 500 | 247 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 39 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 497 | 245 | 252 |
| Literate Population | 270 | 168 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 230 | 79 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Matayeen
Matayeen 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 Matayeen
Matayeen is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Kargil to Matayeen is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matayeen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matayeen 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 Matayeen
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matayeen village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matayeen
Where is Matayeen located?
Matayeen village is located in Drass Tehsil, Kargil district, Ladakh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matayeen?
The Gram Panchayat of Matayeen is Matayen.
What is the pincode of Matayeen?
The pincode of Matayeen is 194102.
What is the population of Matayeen?
Matayeen had a total population of 500, including 247 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Matayeen?
Matayeen had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matayeen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matayeen was 65.69%. Male literacy was 80.77% and female literacy was 50.25%.