Matiha - Sitarganj, Udham Singh Nagar
Matiha is a village situated in the Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitarganj and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Mateha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matiha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matiha is 056209. The village covers a total geographical area of 400.23 hectares and falls under the 262311 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Matiha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nanak matta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matiha
According to the 2011 Census, Matiha village had a total population of 1,540 people, including 778 males and 762 females, living in 260 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.85%, with male literacy at 79.97% and female literacy at 63.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 878.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Matiha
Matiha 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 Matiha
Matiha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitarganj to Matiha is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Matiha is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matiha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matiha 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 Matiha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matiha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matiha
Where is Matiha located?
Matiha village is located in Sitarganj Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Matiha?
The Gram Panchayat of Matiha is Mateha.
What is the pincode of Matiha?
The pincode of Matiha is 262311.
What is the population of Matiha?
Matiha had a total population of 1,540, including 778 males and 762 females.
How many households are there in Matiha?
Matiha had 260 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matiha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matiha was 71.85%. Male literacy was 79.97% and female literacy was 63.21%.