Matehr

Matehr is a village located in Khundian tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 72km away from district headquarter Khundian. Khundian is the sub-district headquarter of Matehr village. As per 2009 stats, Dol Khariyan is the gram panchayat of Matehr village.

Matehr has its own place in the vibrant Kangra 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 Matehr

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Matehr is 010945. The village spans a total geographical area of 66.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176030. Jawalamukhi is nearest town to Matehr village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Matehr 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 Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Matehr

Below is a concise population overview of Matehr as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 78 31 47
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 8 7 1
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 58 22 36
Illiterate Population 20 9 11

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Matehr village:

  • The total population of Matehr village is around 78, including approximately 31 males and 47 females, with a sex ratio of 1516 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 8 children aged 0–6 years in Matehr village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Matehr village is about 74.36%, with male literacy at 70.97% and female literacy at 76.60%.
  • There are around 20 households in Matehr village.

Connectivity of Matehr

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Matehr. As per the 2011 stats, Matehr had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Matehr

Knowing the nearby villages of Matehr helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Matehr.

Frequently Asked Questions about Matehr

Where is Matehr located?
Matehr village is situated in Khundian Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matehr?
The Gram Panchayat of Matehr is Dol Khariyan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Matehr?
The pincode of Matehr is 176030, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Matehr as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Matehr is 78, with 31 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Matehr as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Matehr village has a total of 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matehr as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Matehr is 74.36%. The male literacy rate is 70.97%, while the female literacy rate is 76.60%.