Mathura - Polasara, Ganjam
Mathura is a village situated in the Polasara tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Polasara and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Mathura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mathura is 411494. The village covers a total geographical area of 964 hectares and falls under the 761105 pincode. Polasara is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Mathura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Polasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mathura
According to the 2011 Census, Mathura village had a total population of 6,737 people, including 3,449 males and 3,288 females, living in 1,369 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.69%, with male literacy at 78.88% and female literacy at 58.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,797.
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 | 6,737 | 3,449 | 3,288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 768 | 424 | 344 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,797 | 898 | 899 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4,100 | 2,386 | 1,714 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,637 | 1,063 | 1,574 |
Nearby Villages of Mathura
Mathura 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 Mathura
Mathura 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 Polasara to Mathura is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Mathura is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mathura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mathura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mathura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mathura 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mathura
Where is Mathura located?
Mathura village is located in Polasara Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mathura?
Mathura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mathura?
The pincode of Mathura is 761105.
What is the population of Mathura?
Mathura had a total population of 6,737, including 3,449 males and 3,288 females.
How many households are there in Mathura?
Mathura had 1,369 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mathura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mathura was 68.69%. Male literacy was 78.88% and female literacy was 58.22%.