Tilak Garhi - Mat, Mathura
Tilak Garhi 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. Tilak Garhi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tilak Garhi is 123788. The village covers a total geographical area of 369.3 hectares and falls under the 281203 pincode. Bajna is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Tilak Garhi 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 Tilak Garhi
According to the 2011 Census, Tilak Garhi village had a total population of 2,714 people, including 1,444 males and 1,270 females, living in 431 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.71%, with male literacy at 77.51% and female literacy at 45.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 369.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,714 | 1,444 | 1,270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 421 | 217 | 204 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 369 | 190 | 179 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,438 | 951 | 487 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,276 | 493 | 783 |
Nearby Villages of Tilak Garhi
Tilak Garhi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mani Garhi Bangar | South-East | 1.36 km |
| Khajpur | East | 1.86 km |
| Nanakpur Banger | South-West | 2.03 km |
| Faridampur Banger | South-West | 2.07 km |
| Sigoni Banger | South-East | 2.16 km |
| Raipur Banger | South-West | 2.65 km |
| Pakhodana | West | 2.70 km |
| Nanakpur Khadar | South | 2.74 km |
| Mani Garhi Khadar | South | 2.81 km |
| Sigoni Khader | South-East | 2.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tilak Garhi
Tilak Garhi 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 Hodal, while the nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.2 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 Bajna to Tilak Garhi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mathura to Tilak Garhi 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 Tilak Garhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tilak Garhi 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 Tilak Garhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tilak Garhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tilak Garhi
Where is Tilak Garhi located?
Tilak Garhi village is located in Mat Tehsil, Mathura district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tilak Garhi?
Tilak Garhi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tilak Garhi?
The pincode of Tilak Garhi is 281203.
What is the population of Tilak Garhi?
Tilak Garhi had a total population of 2,714, including 1,444 males and 1,270 females.
How many households are there in Tilak Garhi?
Tilak Garhi had 431 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tilak Garhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tilak Garhi was 62.71%. Male literacy was 77.51% and female literacy was 45.68%.