Pal Kherha - Mat, Mathura
Pal Kherha is a village situated in the Mat tehsil of Mathura district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mat and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Mathura. Pal Khera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pal Kherha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pal Kherha is 123902. The village covers a total geographical area of 287.54 hectares and falls under the 281201 pincode. Bajna is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Pal Kherha 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 Pal Kherha
As per Census 2011, Pal Kherha village has a total population of 3,752 people, consisting of 2,015 males and 1,737 females. The village has 608 households and a sex ratio of 862 females per 1,000 males. There are 587 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,011 literate and 1,741 illiterate residents. Additionally, 543 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pal Kherha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,752 | 2,015 | 1,737 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 587 | 305 | 282 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 543 | 289 | 254 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,011 | 1,390 | 621 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,741 | 625 | 1,116 |
Nearby Villages of Pal Kherha
Pal Kherha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Said Garhi | North-East | 1.29 km |
| Thainua | South | 1.47 km |
| Bulakpur | South-East | 1.59 km |
| Pithora Khadar | South-West | 2.16 km |
| Ram Nagla | North | 2.19 km |
| Baroth Bangar | North-West | 2.54 km |
| Meerpur Bangar | South | 2.57 km |
| Pithora Bangar | South-West | 2.93 km |
| Hasanpur | East | 3.02 km |
| Meerpur Khadar | South-West | 3.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pal Kherha
Pal Kherha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chata, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bajna to Pal Kherha is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mathura to Pal Kherha is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pal Kherha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pal Kherha 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pal Kherha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pal Kherha 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 Pal Kherha
Where is Pal Kherha located?
Pal Kherha village is located in Mat Tehsil, Mathura district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pal Kherha?
The Gram Panchayat of Pal Kherha is Pal Khera.
What is the pincode of Pal Kherha?
The pincode of Pal Kherha is 281201.
What is the population of Pal Kherha?
Pal Kherha has a total population of 3,752, including 2,015 males and 1,737 females.
How many households are there in Pal Kherha?
There are 608 households in Pal Kherha.
What is the literacy rate in Pal Kherha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pal Kherha is 53.60%. Male literacy is 68.98% and female literacy is 35.75%.