Mathawani - Naharkatiya, Dibrugarh
Mathawani is a village situated in the Naharkatiya subdivision of Dibrugarh district, Assam. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naharkatiya and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Dibrugarh. Merbil serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mathawani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mathawani is 292239. The village covers a total geographical area of 303.53 hectares and falls under the 786610 pincode. Naharkatiya is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mathawani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mathawani
According to the 2011 Census, Mathawani village had a total population of 797 people, including 402 males and 395 females, living in 164 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.56%, with male literacy at 94.52% and female literacy at 88.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 789.
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 | 797 | 402 | 395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 37 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 789 | 396 | 393 |
| Literate Population | 662 | 345 | 317 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 57 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Mathawani
Mathawani 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 Mathawani
Mathawani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Mathawani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Naharkatiya to Mathawani is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dibrugarh to Mathawani is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mathawani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mathawani 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 Mathawani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mathawani 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mathawani
Where is Mathawani located?
Mathawani village is located in Naharkatiya Subdivision, Dibrugarh district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mathawani?
The Gram Panchayat of Mathawani is Merbil.
What is the pincode of Mathawani?
The pincode of Mathawani is 786610.
What is the population of Mathawani?
Mathawani had a total population of 797, including 402 males and 395 females.
How many households are there in Mathawani?
Mathawani had 164 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mathawani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mathawani was 91.56%. Male literacy was 94.52% and female literacy was 88.55%.