Materu - Motu, Malkangiri
Materu is a village situated in the Motu tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Podia and around 44 km from Malkangiri . Materu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Materu is 431069. The village covers a total geographical area of 1733 hectares and falls under the 764087 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Materu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Materu
As per Census 2011, Materu village has a total population of 1,301 people, consisting of 600 males and 701 females. The village has 289 households and a sex ratio of 1,168 females per 1,000 males. There are 259 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 220 literate and 1,081 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,247 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Materu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,301 | 600 | 701 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 122 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 28 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,247 | 566 | 681 |
| Literate Population | 220 | 88 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,081 | 512 | 569 |
Nearby Villages of Materu
Materu 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 Materu
Materu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balimela to Materu is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Materu is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Materu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Materu 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 Materu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Materu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Materu
Where is Materu located?
Materu village is located in Motu Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Materu?
Materu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Materu?
The pincode of Materu is 764087.
What is the population of Materu?
Materu has a total population of 1,301, including 600 males and 701 females.
How many households are there in Materu?
There are 289 households in Materu.
What is the literacy rate in Materu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Materu is 16.91%. Male literacy is 14.67% and female literacy is 18.83%.