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
According to the 2011 Census, Matela village had a total population of 547 people, including 233 males and 314 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 1,348 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.36%, with male literacy at 89.29% and female literacy at 67.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 86.
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 | 547 | 233 | 314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 37 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 547, including 233 males and 314 females.
How many households are there in Matela?
Matela had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matela was 76.36%. Male literacy was 89.29% and female literacy was 67.38%.