Matia - Balijana, Goalpara
Matia is a village situated in the Balijana subdivision of Goalpara district, Assam. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balijana and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Goalpara. Bardamal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matia is 282133. The village covers a total geographical area of 230.35 hectares and falls under the 783120 pincode. Goalpara is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Matia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Goalpara West Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gauhati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matia
According to the 2011 Census, Matia village had a total population of 367 people, including 184 males and 183 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.71%, with male literacy at 82.58% and female literacy at 72.96%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 351.
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 | 367 | 184 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 29 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 351 | 178 | 173 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 128 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 56 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Matia
Matia 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 Matia
Matia 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Goalpara to Matia is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Matia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matia 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matia
Where is Matia located?
Matia village is located in Balijana Subdivision, Goalpara district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matia?
The Gram Panchayat of Matia is Bardamal.
What is the pincode of Matia?
The pincode of Matia is 783120.
What is the population of Matia?
Matia had a total population of 367, including 184 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Matia?
Matia had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matia was 77.71%. Male literacy was 82.58% and female literacy was 72.96%.