Materu
Materu is a village located in Podia tehsil of Malkangiri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Podia (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Malkangiri . As per 2009 stats, Materu village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Materu unique in its vibrant Podia-Malkangiri region. You’ll see Materu’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Materu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Materu is 431069. The village spans a total geographical area of 1733 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764047. Balimela is nearest town to Materu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Materu
Population of Materu
According to the 2011 Census, Materu has a total population of about 1,301, with approximately 600 males and 701 females. The sex ratio is around 1168 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 259 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 47 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,247. The overall literacy rate is approximately 16.91%, with male literacy at about 14.67% and female literacy near 18.83%. There are around 289 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Materu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Materu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Materu. As per the 2011 stats, Materu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Materu
Knowing the nearby villages of Materu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Materu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Materu
- Where is Materu located?
- Materu village is situated in Podia Tehsil, within the Malkangiri district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Materu?
- Materu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Materu?
- The pincode of Materu is 764047, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Materu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Materu is 1,301, with 600 males and 701 females.
- How many households are there in Materu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Materu village has a total of 289 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Materu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Materu is 16.91%. The male literacy rate is 14.67%, while the female literacy rate is 18.83%.