Mathiveri | |
Native Name Lang: | dv |
Settlement Type: | Inhabited island |
Pushpin Map: | Maldives |
Pushpin Relief: | y |
Pushpin Label Position: | left |
Pushpin Map Caption: | Location in Maldives |
Coordinates: | 4.1903°N 72.7472°W |
Subdivision Type: | Country |
Subdivision Name: | Maldives |
Subdivision Type1: | Geographic atoll |
Subdivision Type2: | Administrative atoll |
Subdivision Type3: | Distance to Malé |
Subdivision Name3: | 84.58km (52.56miles) |
Seat Type: | Capital |
Parts Type: | Geographic atolls |
Parts Style: | list |
Leader Title: | Council |
Leader Title3: | President of the Island Council |
Leader Title4: | President of the Council |
Unit Pref: | Metric |
Length Km: | 0.775 |
Width Km: | 0.475 |
Population Footnotes: | [1] |
Population Total: | 1054 |
Population As Of: | October,2023 |
Population Density Km2: | auto |
Utc Offset: | +05:00 |
Postal Code Type: | Assigned Letter |
Postal2 Code Type: | Assigned Letter |
Area Code Type: | Area code(s) |
Blank Name Sec2: | Number of Islands |
Blank1 Name Sec2: | Inhabited |
Blank2 Name Sec2: | Uninhabited |
Blank3 Name Sec2: | Total |
Mathiveri (Dhivehi: މަތިވެރި) is one of the eight inhabited islands of Alif Alif Atoll.
Island Code U-05Postal Code 09040
The island is 84.580NaN0 west of the country's capital, Malé.[2] Mathiveri is located at the central area of North ari atoll.
The population of Mathiveri as of September 2020 are 991 in total.
There is a police station on the island, and a magistrate court to provide law enforcement.
The current Island Council members are:-1- Ahmed Aslam (MDP) President of the Council.2- Ali Naafiz (MDP) Vice President of the Council.3- Hussain Nihaan (PPM) member of the council.4- Shifza Ibrahim (MDP) member of the council.5- Mariyam Shaaniya (PPM) member of the council.
Main sources of economy of the island are Fishing and tourism. The island have Fishing Boats which mainly involving in the yellow fin tuna fishing industry. All the fishing boats are registered and licences under fish processing and exporting company. these companies export the raw fish products to European countries.There are 10 guest houses in Mathiveri. Tourists across the world are used to visit the island and stay those guest houses. And many of the people are working nearby tourist island resorts.
Mathiveri Health Centre is the only health service provider in the island. The health centre has a medical officer and two registered nurses and nearly 15 staff members. The health centre is opened for 16 hours in a day.
There is a school (up to grade 10) on the island to educate the children of the community. The principal of the school is Mr. Hassan Hameedh.
In Mathiveri, football and handball reign supreme as the island's primary sports. Nestled in the southern expanse lies a football ground, albeit not optimal due to its sandy soil. Despite this setback, the island hosts grand football competitions attracting teams from afar, which take place on an artificial grass pitch, offering a superior playing surface. Alongside football, handball has gained immense popularity, especially among the women of Mathiveri.
Furthermore, Mathiveri boasts a dedicated futsal ground with turf, providing enthusiasts with a top-notch playing experience. Adding to the island's sports infrastructure, there's also a vibrant volley court, contributing to the diverse athletic landscape of Mathiveri.