Matoli - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Matoli is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Matoli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matoli is 049941. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.82 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Matoli 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 Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matoli
According to the 2011 Census, Matoli village had a total population of 111 people, including 49 males and 62 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,265 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.26%, with male literacy at 95.00% and female literacy at 61.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 111 | 49 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 38 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 11 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Matoli
Matoli 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 Matoli
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Matoli.
| 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 Pithoragarh to Matoli is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matoli 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Matoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matoli
Where is Matoli located?
Matoli village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Matoli?
Matoli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Matoli?
The pincode of Matoli is 262522.
What is the population of Matoli?
Matoli had a total population of 111, including 49 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Matoli?
Matoli had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matoli was 75.26%. Male literacy was 95.00% and female literacy was 61.40%.