Matela
Matela is a village located in Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 50km away from sub-district headquarter Dhanaulti (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Lagwalgaon is the gram panchayat of Matela village.
Here you can discover what makes Matela unique in its vibrant Dhanaulti-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Matela’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Matela
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Matela is 044183. The village spans a total geographical area of 112.99 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 248179. Mussoorie is nearest town to Matela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Matela
Population of Matela
According to the 2011 Census, Matela has a total population of about 174, with approximately 92 males and 82 females. The sex ratio is around 891 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 30 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 30 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.15%, with male literacy at about 63.04% and female literacy near 37.80%. There are around 25 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Matela's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 174 | 92 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 89 | 58 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 34 | 51 |
Connectivity of Matela
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Matela. As per the 2011 stats, Matela had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Matela
Knowing the nearby villages of Matela helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Matela.
Frequently Asked Questions about Matela
- Where is Matela located?
- Matela village is situated in Dhanaulti Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Matela?
- The Gram Panchayat of Matela is Lagwalgaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Matela?
- The pincode of Matela is 248179, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Matela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Matela is 174, with 92 males and 82 females.
- How many households are there in Matela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Matela village has a total of 25 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Matela as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Matela is 51.15%. The male literacy rate is 63.04%, while the female literacy rate is 37.80%.