Awa Khera - Mat, Mathura
Awa Khera is a village situated in the Mat tehsil of Mathura district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mat and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Mathura. Awa Khera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awa Khera is 123814. The village covers a total geographical area of 129.04 hectares and falls under the 281201 pincode. Bajna is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Awa Khera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mant Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mathura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Awa Khera
As per Census 2011, Awa Khera village has a total population of 1,751 people, consisting of 941 males and 810 females. The village has 294 households and a sex ratio of 860 females per 1,000 males. There are 210 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,113 literate and 638 illiterate residents. Additionally, 106 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Awa Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,751 | 941 | 810 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 124 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 54 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 1,113 | 722 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 638 | 219 | 419 |
Nearby Villages of Awa Khera
Awa Khera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandpur Khurd | North-West | 1.34 km |
| Udhanpur Banger | South-East | 1.36 km |
| Noorpur Banger | South | 1.39 km |
| Bhartiyaka | East | 1.40 km |
| Sadarpur | South-East | 1.44 km |
| Ramgarhi Banger | South-West | 1.57 km |
| Mithauli | North | 1.92 km |
| Ughanpur Khader | South | 2.02 km |
| Chindauli | South-East | 2.23 km |
| Kaneka | East | 2.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Awa Khera
Awa Khera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kosi Kalan, while the nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bajna to Awa Khera is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mathura to Awa Khera is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Awa Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awa Khera 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 Awa Khera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awa Khera 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 Awa Khera
Where is Awa Khera located?
Awa Khera village is located in Mat Tehsil, Mathura district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Awa Khera?
Awa Khera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Awa Khera?
The pincode of Awa Khera is 281201.
What is the population of Awa Khera?
Awa Khera has a total population of 1,751, including 941 males and 810 females.
How many households are there in Awa Khera?
There are 294 households in Awa Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Awa Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awa Khera is 63.56%. Male literacy is 76.73% and female literacy is 48.27%.