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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Thana Matena village had a total population of 263 people, including 121 males and 142 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 1,174 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.04%, with male literacy at 94.55% and female literacy at 76.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62.
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 | 263 | 121 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 11 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 30 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 263, including 121 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Thana Matena?
Thana Matena had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thana Matena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thana Matena was 85.04%. Male literacy was 94.55% and female literacy was 76.61%.