Matela - Bagwalipokhar, Almora
Matela is a village situated in the Bagwalipokhar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from Dwarahat and around 58 km from Almora. Matela-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matela is 052655. The village covers a total geographical area of 126.74 hectares and falls under the 263621 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Matela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dwarahat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matela
As per Census 2011, Matela village has a total population of 280 people, consisting of 118 males and 162 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 1,372 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 183 literate and 97 illiterate residents. Additionally, 157 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 280 | 118 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 9 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 157 | 69 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 94 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 24 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Matela
Matela 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 Matela
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Matela.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dwarahat to Matela is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Matela is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matela 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Matela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matela 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matela
Where is Matela located?
Matela village is located in Bagwalipokhar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matela?
The Gram Panchayat of Matela is Matela-i.
What is the pincode of Matela?
The pincode of Matela is 263621.
What is the population of Matela?
Matela has a total population of 280, including 118 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Matela?
There are 72 households in Matela.
What is the literacy rate in Matela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matela is 65.36%. Male literacy is 79.66% and female literacy is 54.94%.