Matihani - Chhorahi, Begusarai
Matihani is a village situated in the Chhorahi subdivision of Begusarai district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhorahi and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Begusarai. Sawant serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matihani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matihani is 237465. The village covers a total geographical area of 128 hectares and falls under the 848202 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Matihani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Matihani
As per Census 2011, Matihani village has a total population of 2,634 people, consisting of 1,311 males and 1,323 females. The village has 566 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 472 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,574 literate and 1,060 illiterate residents. Additionally, 342 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matihani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,634 | 1,311 | 1,323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 472 | 263 | 209 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 342 | 152 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,574 | 849 | 725 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,060 | 462 | 598 |
Nearby Villages of Matihani
Matihani 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 Matihani
Matihani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Matihani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Rosera to Matihani is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Begusarai to Matihani 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 Matihani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matihani 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 Matihani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matihani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Matihani
Where is Matihani located?
Matihani village is located in Chhorahi Subdivision, Begusarai district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matihani?
The Gram Panchayat of Matihani is Sawant.
What is the pincode of Matihani?
The pincode of Matihani is 848202.
What is the population of Matihani?
Matihani has a total population of 2,634, including 1,311 males and 1,323 females.
How many households are there in Matihani?
There are 566 households in Matihani.
What is the literacy rate in Matihani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matihani is 59.76%. Male literacy is 64.76% and female literacy is 54.80%.