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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Matayula village had a total population of 45 people, including 21 males and 24 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,143 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.81%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 66.67%.
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 | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 45, including 21 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Matayula?
Matayula had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matayula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matayula was 73.81%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 66.67%.