Matiha
Matiha is a village located in Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Sitarganj (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Rudrapur. As per 2009 stats, Mateha is the gram panchayat of Matiha village.
Matiha has its own place in the vibrant Udham Singh Nagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Matiha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Matiha is 056209. The village spans a total geographical area of 400.23 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262311. Sitarganj is nearest town to Matiha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
When it comes to local governance, Matiha village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Nanak matta Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Matiha
Population of Matiha
Below is a concise population overview of Matiha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,540 | 778 | 762 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 69 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 878 | 447 | 431 |
| Literate Population | 988 | 567 | 421 |
| Illiterate Population | 552 | 211 | 341 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Matiha village:
- The total population of Matiha village is around 1,540, including approximately 778 males and 762 females, with a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 165 children aged 0–6 years in Matiha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Matiha village has 6 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 878 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Matiha village is about 64.16%, with male literacy at 72.88% and female literacy at 55.25%.
- There are around 260 households in Matiha village.
Connectivity of Matiha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Matiha. As per the 2011 stats, Matiha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Matiha
Knowing the nearby villages of Matiha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Matiha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Matiha
- Where is Matiha located?
- Matiha village is situated in Sitarganj Tehsil, within the Udham Singh Nagar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Matiha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Matiha is Mateha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Matiha?
- The pincode of Matiha is 262311, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Matiha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Matiha is 1,540, with 778 males and 762 females.
- How many households are there in Matiha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Matiha village has a total of 260 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Matiha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Matiha is 64.16%. The male literacy rate is 72.88%, while the female literacy rate is 55.25%.