Matela - Kafligair, Bageshwar
Matela is a village situated in the Kafligair tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from Bageshwar and around 32 km from Bageshwar. Matela village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matela is 051174. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.02 hectares and falls under the 263628 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Matela 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 Bageshwar 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 471 people, including 229 males and 242 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 1,057 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.31%, with male literacy at 88.08% and female literacy at 63.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 111.
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 | 471 | 229 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 36 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 55 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 308 | 170 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 59 | 104 |
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 shared van services.
| 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 Bageshwar to Matela is about 32 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 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Matela
Where is Matela located?
Matela village is located in Kafligair Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Matela?
Matela is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Matela?
The pincode of Matela is 263628.
What is the population of Matela?
Matela had a total population of 471, including 229 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Matela?
Matela had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matela was 75.31%. Male literacy was 88.08% and female literacy was 63.89%.