Matayula - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Matayula is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Sawali Sera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matayula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matayula is 049447. The village covers a total geographical area of 13.8 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Matayula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matayula
As per Census 2011, Matayula village has a total population of 45 people, consisting of 21 males and 24 females. The village has 11 households and a sex ratio of 1,142 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 31 literate and 14 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matayula are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 3 | - |
| Literate Population | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 6 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Matayula
Matayula 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 Matayula
Public transport in the Matayula 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 Didihat to Matayula is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Matayula is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matayula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matayula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Matayula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matayula 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matayula
Where is Matayula located?
Matayula village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matayula?
The Gram Panchayat of Matayula is Sawali Sera.
What is the pincode of Matayula?
The pincode of Matayula is 262551.
What is the population of Matayula?
Matayula has a total population of 45, including 21 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Matayula?
There are 11 households in Matayula.
What is the literacy rate in Matayula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matayula is 68.89%. Male literacy is 71.43% and female literacy is 66.67%.