Matera - Dhaurahara, Kheri
Matera is a village situated in the Dhaurahara tehsil of Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhaurahara and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Kheri. Haukna Matera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matera is 136560. The village covers a total geographical area of 3332.94 hectares and falls under the 262723 pincode. Kheri is the nearest town.
Matera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhaurahra Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Matera
As per Census 2011, Matera village has a total population of 4,028 people, consisting of 2,093 males and 1,935 females. The village has 661 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 876 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,101 literate and 2,927 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,824 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,028 | 2,093 | 1,935 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 876 | 436 | 440 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,824 | 962 | 862 |
| Literate Population | 1,101 | 708 | 393 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,927 | 1,385 | 1,542 |
Nearby Villages of Matera
Matera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ram Nagar Lahbari | South-West | 4.26 km |
| Bachey Para | South | 4.34 km |
| Parwari | North-West | 4.46 km |
| Bhatpurwa Kalan | South | 4.56 km |
| Jangal Matera | North-East | 4.63 km |
| Dewamania | North | 4.74 km |
| Akathi | West | 4.97 km |
| Binjaha | South | 5.47 km |
| Dharmapur | East | 5.47 km |
| Mahrajsingh Nagar | North-East | 5.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Matera
Public transport in the Matera is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nishangara, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 124.1 km.
| 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 Kheri to Matera 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 Matera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Matera
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matera
Where is Matera located?
Matera village is located in Dhaurahara Tehsil, Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matera?
The Gram Panchayat of Matera is Haukna Matera.
What is the pincode of Matera?
The pincode of Matera is 262723.
What is the population of Matera?
Matera has a total population of 4,028, including 2,093 males and 1,935 females.
How many households are there in Matera?
There are 661 households in Matera.
What is the literacy rate in Matera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matera is 27.33%. Male literacy is 33.83% and female literacy is 20.31%.