Materani - Darlaghat, Solan
Materani is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 96 km from Solan. Materni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Materani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Materani is 020009. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 171102 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Materani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Materani
As per Census 2011, Materani village has a total population of 56 people, consisting of 28 males and 28 females. The village has 11 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 5 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 38 literate and 18 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Materani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 7 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Materani
Materani 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 Materani
Materani 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 | 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 Solan to Materani is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Materani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Materani 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Materani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Materani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Materani
Where is Materani located?
Materani village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Materani?
The Gram Panchayat of Materani is Materni.
What is the pincode of Materani?
The pincode of Materani is 171102.
What is the population of Materani?
Materani has a total population of 56, including 28 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Materani?
There are 11 households in Materani.
What is the literacy rate in Materani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Materani is 67.86%. Male literacy is 75.00% and female literacy is 60.71%.