Matela - Dwarahat, Almora
Matela is a village situated in the Dwarahat tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dwarahat and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Matela-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matela is 052776. The village covers a total geographical area of 144.76 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 547 people, consisting of 233 males and 314 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 1,347 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 365 literate and 182 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 547 | 233 | 314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 37 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 365 | 175 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 58 | 124 |
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
Matela is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matela
Where is Matela located?
Matela village is located in Dwarahat Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matela?
The Gram Panchayat of Matela is Matela-ii.
What is the pincode of Matela?
The pincode of Matela is 263621.
What is the population of Matela?
Matela has a total population of 547, including 233 males and 314 females.
How many households are there in Matela?
There are 122 households in Matela.
What is the literacy rate in Matela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matela is 66.73%. Male literacy is 75.11% and female literacy is 60.51%.