Matkanya - Bhanoli, Almora
Matkanya is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Matkanya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matkanya is 053576. The village covers a total geographical area of 192.68 hectares and falls under the 263623 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Matkanya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matkanya
According to the 2011 Census, Matkanya village had a total population of 427 people, including 197 males and 230 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 1,168 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.76%, with male literacy at 88.03% and female literacy at 60.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 427.
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 | 427 | 197 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 55 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 427 | 197 | 230 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 249 | 125 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 72 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Matkanya
Matkanya 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 Matkanya
Public transport in the Matkanya is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Matkanya is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matkanya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matkanya 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 Matkanya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matkanya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matkanya
Where is Matkanya located?
Matkanya village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matkanya?
Matkanya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Matkanya?
The pincode of Matkanya is 263623.
What is the population of Matkanya?
Matkanya had a total population of 427, including 197 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Matkanya?
Matkanya had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matkanya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matkanya was 71.76%. Male literacy was 88.03% and female literacy was 60.49%.