Matihani
Matihani is a Town and Subdivision in Begusarai District of Bihar. In India, a subdivision is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Matihani Block (CD) is 01320. The total area of Matihani Subdivision is 183 km². Matihani has a sex ratio of approximately 878 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Matihani Subdivision
Matihani Subdivision has a total of 47 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Matihani Subdivision, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bagdobh | Sonapur | Matihani |
| 2 | Bakhadda | Matihani Ii | Begusarai (5 km) |
| 3 | Balahpur | Balahpur I | Begusari (14 km) |
| 4 | Chak | Matihani I | Matihani |
| 5 | Chak Bhelu | Matihani Ii | Matihani |
| 6 | Chhitraur | Khorampur | Matihani |
| 7 | Dariapur | Dariyapur | Begusarai (15 km) |
| 8 | Dhanuk Toli | Gorgama | Begusaria (18 km) |
| 9 | Gareri Tola | Gorgama | Matihani |
| 10 | Gudarganwan | Gorgama | Begusarai (10 km) |
| 11 | Gurganwan | Gorgama | Begusaria (16 km) |
| 12 | Hanspur | Sonapur | Matihani |
| 13 | Hetimpur | Gorgama | Begusaria (16 km) |
| 14 | Hetimpur Barari | Gorgama | Matihani |
| 15 | Hetimpur Karari | Gorgama | Matihani |
| 16 | Jafarpur | Khorampur | Matihani |
| 17 | Jalalpur | Khorampur | Begusarai (8 km) |
| 18 | Kasimpur | Gorgama | Begusarai (18 km) |
| 19 | Kharagpur | Gorgama | Begusaria (18 km) |
| 20 | Kharaua Tola | Gorgama | Begusarai (20 km) |
| 21 | Khurampur Chakor | Khorampur | Begusarai (8 km) |
| 22 | Kuram Toli | Gorgama | Begusaria (16 km) |
| 23 | Laldiara | Gorgama | Matihani |
| 24 | Lalpur | Saidpur Ama | Begusarai (10 km) |
| 25 | Mahammadpur Gautam | Safapur | Begusarai (11 km) |
| 26 | Mahammadpur Mani | Safapur | Begusarai (11 km) |
| 27 | Mahazi Bhawanandpur | Matihani Ii | Matihani |
| 28 | Mahindarpur | Gorgama | Matihani |
| 29 | Mahindarpur Barari | Gorgama | Matihani |
| 30 | Manipa | Maniappa | Begusarai (6 km) |
| 31 | Matihani | Matihani I | Begusarai (4 km) |
| 32 | Minapur | Safapur | Begusarai (13 km) |
| 33 | Nayagaon | Balahpur Ii | Matihani |
| 34 | Pathua Barari | Shihma | Matihani |
| 35 | Ramdiri | Ramdiri I | Begusarai (12 km) |
| 36 | Ramnagar | Gorgama | Matihani |
| 37 | Rampur | Matihani Ii | Begusari (10 km) |
| 38 | Safapur | Safapur | Begusarai (11 km) |
| 39 | Saidpur Aima | Saidpur Ama | Begusari (10 km) |
| 40 | Saidpur Khalsa | Saidpur Ama | Matihani |
| 41 | Sherpur | Gorgama | Begusaria (16 km) |
| 42 | Sihman Barari | Shihma | Begusari (5 km) |
| 43 | Sihman Barari Bandobasti | Shihma | Matihani |
| 44 | Sihman Karari | Shihma | Begusari (6 km) |
| 45 | Sirnia | Matihani Ii | Matihani |
| 46 | Sirniabarari | Shihma | Matihani |
| 47 | Sonapur | Sonapur | Begusarai (14 km) |
Population of Matihani Subdivision
The population profile of Matihani Subdivision offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Matihani Subdivision's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,52,725 | 1,52,725 | N/A |
| Male Population | 81,287 | 81,287 | N/A |
| Female Population | 71,438 | 71,438 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 27,563 | 27,563 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 14,482 | 14,482 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 13,081 | 13,081 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 81,268 | 81,268 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 48,293 | 48,293 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 32,975 | 32,975 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 71,457 | 71,457 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 32,994 | 32,994 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 38,463 | 38,463 | N/A |
| Total Households | 30,937 | 30,937 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 1,52,725 people. Includes nearly 81,287 males and 71,438 females. Rural population is about 1,52,725 people.
- There are around 27,563 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 14,482 boys and 13,081 girls.
- Literate population is about 81,268 people. Non-literate population is around 71,457 people.
- There are nearly 30,937 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Matihani Subdivision, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 13,311 | 13,311 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 7,041 | 7,041 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 6,270 | 6,270 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 9 | 9 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 8 | 8 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Population Density | 834 / km² | 834 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Matihani Subdivision is approximately 13,311 people, including 7,041 males and 6,270 females. Around 13,311 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Matihani Subdivision is about 9 people, including 8 males and 1 females. Around 9 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 834 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 834 people per sq. km.