Matola - Gaja, Tehri Garhwal
Matola is a village situated in the Gaja tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 70 km from Narendra Nagar and around 63 km from New Tehri. Bamangaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matola is 044543. The village covers a total geographical area of 15.35 hectares and falls under the 249146 pincode. Narendra Nagar is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Matola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matola
According to the 2011 Census, Matola village had a total population of 5 people, including 3 males and 2 females, living in 1 households. The sex ratio was 667 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 50.00%.
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 | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Matola
Matola is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Thanyul | North-West | 1.03 km |
| Amasari Gaon | East | 1.12 km |
| Baman Gaon | North | 1.80 km |
| Madewa | East | 1.94 km |
| Dawara | North-West | 2.15 km |
| Pokhkri | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Vairola | North-East | 2.63 km |
| Lawa | East | 2.66 km |
| Biman Gaon | North | 2.85 km |
| Kansur | East | 2.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Matola
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Matola. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.8 km.
| 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 Narendra Nagar to Matola is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Matola is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matola 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Matola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matola
Where is Matola located?
Matola village is located in Gaja Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matola?
The Gram Panchayat of Matola is Bamangaon.
What is the pincode of Matola?
The pincode of Matola is 249146.
What is the population of Matola?
Matola had a total population of 5, including 3 males and 2 females.
How many households are there in Matola?
Matola had 1 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matola was 80.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 50.00%.