Matai - Nandprayag, Chamoli
Matai is a village situated in the Nandprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 31 km from Chamoli and around 41 km from Gopeshwar. Matai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matai is 041040. The village covers a total geographical area of 316.61 hectares and falls under the 246449 pincode. Nandprayag is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Matai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tharali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matai
As per Census 2011, Matai village has a total population of 1,382 people, consisting of 629 males and 753 females. The village has 311 households and a sex ratio of 1,197 females per 1,000 males. There are 211 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 889 literate and 493 illiterate residents. Additionally, 336 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,382 | 629 | 753 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 116 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 336 | 171 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 3 | - |
| Literate Population | 889 | 468 | 421 |
| Illiterate Population | 493 | 161 | 332 |
Nearby Villages of Matai
Matai 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 Matai
Matai 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nandprayag to Matai is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Matai is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Matai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matai
Where is Matai located?
Matai village is located in Nandprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matai?
Matai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Matai?
The pincode of Matai is 246449.
What is the population of Matai?
Matai has a total population of 1,382, including 629 males and 753 females.
How many households are there in Matai?
There are 311 households in Matai.
What is the literacy rate in Matai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matai is 64.33%. Male literacy is 74.40% and female literacy is 55.91%.