Matela - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Matela is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 90 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matela is 044183. The village covers a total geographical area of 112.99 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Mussoorie is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matela
According to the 2011 Census, Matela village had a total population of 174 people, including 92 males and 82 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.81%, with male literacy at 77.33% and female literacy at 44.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30.
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 | 174 | 92 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 58 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 34 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Matela
Matela 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 Matela
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mussoorie to Matela is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Matela is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Matela
Where is Matela located?
Matela village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the pincode of Matela?
The pincode of Matela is 249180.
What is the population of Matela?
Matela had a total population of 174, including 92 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Matela?
Matela had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matela was 61.81%. Male literacy was 77.33% and female literacy was 44.93%.