Matila - Ranikhet, Almora
Matila is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Matela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matila is 052531. The village covers a total geographical area of 236.61 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Matila 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 Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matila
According to the 2011 Census, Matila village had a total population of 847 people, including 396 males and 451 females, living in 151 households. The sex ratio was 1,139 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.67%, with male literacy at 96.26% and female literacy at 71.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 347.
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 | 847 | 396 | 451 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 75 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 347 | 176 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 582 | 309 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 265 | 87 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Matila
Matila 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 Matila
Matila is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 >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 Matila is about 35 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 Matila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matila village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Matila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matila 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Matila
Where is Matila located?
Matila village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Matila?
The Gram Panchayat of Matila is Matela.
What is the pincode of Matila?
The pincode of Matila is 263645.
What is the population of Matila?
Matila had a total population of 847, including 396 males and 451 females.
How many households are there in Matila?
Matila had 151 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matila was 82.67%. Male literacy was 96.26% and female literacy was 71.28%.