Matkehru - Makridi, Mandi
Matkehru is a village situated in the Makridi tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 87 km from Mandi. Drubble serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matkehru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matkehru is 013337. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.04 hectares and falls under the 175014 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Matkehru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jogindernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matkehru
According to the 2011 Census, Matkehru village had a total population of 151 people, including 86 males and 65 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 756 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.29%, with male literacy at 90.79% and female literacy at 69.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 103.
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 | 151 | 86 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 10 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 62 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 69 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 17 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Matkehru
Matkehru 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 Matkehru
Matkehru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Matkehru is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matkehru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matkehru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Matkehru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matkehru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matkehru
Where is Matkehru located?
Matkehru village is located in Makridi Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Matkehru?
The Gram Panchayat of Matkehru is Drubble.
What is the pincode of Matkehru?
The pincode of Matkehru is 175014.
What is the population of Matkehru?
Matkehru had a total population of 151, including 86 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Matkehru?
Matkehru had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matkehru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matkehru was 81.29%. Male literacy was 90.79% and female literacy was 69.84%.