Mathiveri (Alif Alif Atoll) Explained

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

Geography

The island is 84.580NaN0 west of the country's capital, Malé.[2] Mathiveri is located at the central area of North ari atoll.

Demography

The population of Mathiveri as of September 2020 are 991 in total.

Governance

There is a police station on the island, and a magistrate court to provide law enforcement.

Island council

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.

Economy

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.

Healthcare

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.

Education

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.

Sports

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.

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Table PP5: Resident Population by sex, nationality and locality (administrative islands), 2018. 34. Population and Households Census 2018. National Bureau of Statistics. 12 August 2018.
  2. Web site: Coordinate Distance Calculator. Boulter.com. 12 August 2018.