Matraghola - Srijangram, Bongaigaon
Matraghola is a village situated in the Srijangram subdivision of Bongaigaon district, Assam. Balarchar Matraghola serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Matraghola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matraghola is 301557. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.74 hectares and falls under the 783383 pincode. Abhayapuri is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Matraghola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Abhayapuri North Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barpeta Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matraghola
According to the 2011 Census, Matraghola village had a total population of 1,569 people, including 815 males and 754 females, living in 299 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.67%, with male literacy at 68.92% and female literacy at 54.05%.
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 | 1,569 | 815 | 754 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 356 | 194 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 748 | 428 | 320 |
| Illiterate Population | 821 | 387 | 434 |
Nearby Villages of Matraghola
Matraghola is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Matraghola
Matraghola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Abhayapuri to Matraghola is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bongaigaon to Matraghola is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matraghola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matraghola 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Matraghola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matraghola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Matraghola
Where is Matraghola located?
Matraghola village is located in Srijangram Subdivision, Bongaigaon district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Matraghola?
The Gaon Panchayat of Matraghola is Balarchar Matraghola.
What is the pincode of Matraghola?
The pincode of Matraghola is 783383.
What is the population of Matraghola?
Matraghola had a total population of 1,569, including 815 males and 754 females.
How many households are there in Matraghola?
Matraghola had 299 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matraghola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matraghola was 61.67%. Male literacy was 68.92% and female literacy was 54.05%.