Matkunda - Bironkhal, Pauri Garhwal
Matkunda is a village situated in the Bironkhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 41 km from Thalisain and around 105 km from Pauri. Bamrade serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matkunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matkunda is 046750. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.18 hectares and falls under the 246175 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 105 km away.
Matkunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Matkunda
According to the 2011 Census, Matkunda village had a total population of 53 people, including 23 males and 30 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,304 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.56%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 57.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 53 | 23 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 4 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Matkunda
Matkunda 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 Matkunda
Matkunda 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pauri to Matkunda is about 105 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matkunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matkunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Matkunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matkunda 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 Matkunda
Where is Matkunda located?
Matkunda village is located in Bironkhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Matkunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Matkunda is Bamrade.
What is the pincode of Matkunda?
The pincode of Matkunda is 246175.
What is the population of Matkunda?
Matkunda had a total population of 53, including 23 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Matkunda?
Matkunda had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matkunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matkunda was 75.56%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 57.69%.