Matkina - Kosya Kutauli, Nainital
Matkina is a village situated in the Kosya Kutauli tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kosya Kutauli and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Kool serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matkina village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matkina is 054562. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.68 hectares and falls under the 263138 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Matkina village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Matkina
As per Census 2011, Matkina village has a total population of 43 people, consisting of 21 males and 22 females. The village has 9 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 27 literate and 16 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matkina are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 5 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Matkina
Matkina 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 Matkina
Public transport in the Matkina is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Matkina is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Matkina is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matkina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matkina village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Matkina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matkina 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Matkina
Where is Matkina located?
Matkina village is located in Kosya Kutauli Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matkina?
The Gram Panchayat of Matkina is Kool.
What is the pincode of Matkina?
The pincode of Matkina is 263138.
What is the population of Matkina?
Matkina has a total population of 43, including 21 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Matkina?
There are 9 households in Matkina.
What is the literacy rate in Matkina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matkina is 62.79%. Male literacy is 76.19% and female literacy is 50.00%.