Malla Matela - Syalde, Almora
Malla Matela is a village situated in the Syalde tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from Bhikiyasain and around 142 km from Almora. Matela Malla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malla Matela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malla Matela is 051590. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.44 hectares and falls under the 263665 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Malla 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 Salt Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malla Matela
As per Census 2011, Malla Matela village has a total population of 159 people, consisting of 61 males and 98 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 1,606 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 119 literate and 40 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malla Matela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 159 | 61 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 52 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 9 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Malla Matela
Malla 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 Malla Matela
Malla Matela is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Ramnagar to Malla Matela is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Malla Matela is about 142 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malla Matela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malla Matela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Malla 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 Malla Matela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malla Matela
Where is Malla Matela located?
Malla Matela village is located in Syalde Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malla Matela?
The Gram Panchayat of Malla Matela is Matela Malla.
What is the pincode of Malla Matela?
The pincode of Malla Matela is 263665.
What is the population of Malla Matela?
Malla Matela has a total population of 159, including 61 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Malla Matela?
There are 46 households in Malla Matela.
What is the literacy rate in Malla Matela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malla Matela is 74.84%. Male literacy is 85.25% and female literacy is 68.37%.