Matera Kalan - Nanpara, Bahraich
Matera Kalan is a village situated in the Nanpara tehsil of Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nanpara and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bahraich. Matera Klan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matera Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matera Kalan is 171512. The village covers a total geographical area of 903.73 hectares and falls under the 271830 pincode. Nanpara is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Matera Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nanpara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bahraich Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matera Kalan
As per Census 2011, Matera Kalan village has a total population of 7,029 people, consisting of 3,616 males and 3,413 females. The village has 1,254 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,369 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,269 literate and 4,760 illiterate residents. Additionally, 763 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matera Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,029 | 3,616 | 3,413 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,369 | 699 | 670 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 763 | 419 | 344 |
| Literate Population | 2,269 | 1,428 | 841 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,760 | 2,188 | 2,572 |
Nearby Villages of Matera Kalan
Matera Kalan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chahlar | South-East | 2.02 km |
| Pathar Kalan | East | 2.23 km |
| Behra | West | 2.41 km |
| Semariya | North-East | 2.42 km |
| Rakhauna | North-West | 2.74 km |
| Munimpur Kalan | South | 3.26 km |
| Dhanawa | South-East | 3.48 km |
| Pipriya | South-West | 3.49 km |
| Dhakiya | West | 3.54 km |
| Pipari Mafi | South-East | 3.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Matera Kalan
Matera Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nanpara Junction, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nanpara to Matera Kalan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bahraich to Matera Kalan is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matera Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matera Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Matera Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matera Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Matera Kalan
Where is Matera Kalan located?
Matera Kalan village is located in Nanpara Tehsil, Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matera Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Matera Kalan is Matera Klan.
What is the pincode of Matera Kalan?
The pincode of Matera Kalan is 271830.
What is the population of Matera Kalan?
Matera Kalan has a total population of 7,029, including 3,616 males and 3,413 females.
How many households are there in Matera Kalan?
There are 1,254 households in Matera Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Matera Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matera Kalan is 32.28%. Male literacy is 39.49% and female literacy is 24.64%.