Matena - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Matena is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 138 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Harkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matena village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matena is 048954. The village covers a total geographical area of 182.38 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 96 km away.
Matena village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Matena
According to the 2011 Census, Matena village had a total population of 100 people, including 41 males and 59 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,439 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.31%, with male literacy at 96.77% and female literacy at 69.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 54, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 100 | 41 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 10 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 21 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 30 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 11 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Matena
Matena 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 Matena
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Matena.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Matena is about 96 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Matena is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matena
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matena 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Matena
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matena village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Matena
Where is Matena located?
Matena village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Matena?
The Gram Panchayat of Matena is Harkot.
What is the pincode of Matena?
The pincode of Matena is 262554.
What is the population of Matena?
Matena had a total population of 100, including 41 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Matena?
Matena had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matena was 79.31%. Male literacy was 96.77% and female literacy was 69.64%.