Mathila Village - Dumraon, Buxar
Mathila is a village situated in the Dumraon subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dumraon and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Mathila village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mathila is 248196. The village covers a total geographical area of 1672.2 hectares and falls under the 802126 pincode. Dumraon is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Mathila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buxar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mathila
As per Census 2011, Mathila village has a total population of 8,823 people, consisting of 4,534 males and 4,289 females. The village has 1,583 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,533 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,110 literate and 3,713 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,305 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 79 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mathila are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,823 | 4,534 | 4,289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,533 | 752 | 781 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,305 | 662 | 643 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 44 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 5,110 | 3,006 | 2,104 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,713 | 1,528 | 2,185 |
Nearby Villages of Mathila
Mathila 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 Mathila
Mathila 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dumraon to Mathila is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Mathila is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mathila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mathila village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mathila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mathila village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mathila
Where is Mathila located?
Mathila village is located in Dumraon Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mathila?
Mathila is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mathila?
The pincode of Mathila is 802126.
What is the population of Mathila?
Mathila has a total population of 8,823, including 4,534 males and 4,289 females.
How many households are there in Mathila?
There are 1,583 households in Mathila.
What is the literacy rate in Mathila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mathila is 57.92%. Male literacy is 66.30% and female literacy is 49.06%.