Thana Matena - Lamgada, Almora
Thana Matena is a village situated in the Lamgada tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from Almora and around 30 km from Almora. Thana Matena village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thana Matena is 053178. The village covers a total geographical area of 219.1 hectares and falls under the 263625 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Thana Matena 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 Thana Matena
As per Census 2011, Thana Matena village has a total population of 263 people, consisting of 121 males and 142 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 1,173 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 199 literate and 64 illiterate residents. Additionally, 62 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thana Matena are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 263 | 121 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 11 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 30 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 104 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 17 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Thana Matena
Thana Matena 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 Thana Matena
Thana Matena is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Thana Matena is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thana Matena
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thana Matena village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thana Matena
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thana Matena 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 Thana Matena
Where is Thana Matena located?
Thana Matena village is located in Lamgada Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thana Matena?
Thana Matena is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thana Matena?
The pincode of Thana Matena is 263625.
What is the population of Thana Matena?
Thana Matena has a total population of 263, including 121 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Thana Matena?
There are 64 households in Thana Matena.
What is the literacy rate in Thana Matena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thana Matena is 75.67%. Male literacy is 85.95% and female literacy is 66.90%.