Matua
Matua is a village located in Gurua subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Gurua (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Chilaur is the gram panchayat of Matua village.
Matua has its own place in the vibrant Gaya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Matua
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Matua is 255655. The village spans a total geographical area of 169 hectares. Sherghati is nearest town to Matua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
Google Map of Matua
Population of Matua
Below is a concise population overview of Matua as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,405 | 752 | 653 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 150 | 125 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 593 | 321 | 272 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 725 | 453 | 272 |
Illiterate Population | 680 | 299 | 381 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Matua village:
- The total population of Matua village is around 1,405, including approximately 752 males and 653 females, with a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 275 children aged 0–6 years in Matua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Matua village has 593 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Matua village is about 51.60%, with male literacy at 60.24% and female literacy at 41.65%.
- There are around 237 households in Matua village.
Connectivity of Matua
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Matua. As per the 2011 stats, Matua had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Matua
Knowing the nearby villages of Matua helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Matua.
Frequently Asked Questions about Matua
- Where is Matua located?
- Matua village is situated in Gurua Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Matua?
- The Gram Panchayat of Matua is Chilaur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Matua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Matua is 1,405, with 752 males and 653 females.
- How many households are there in Matua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Matua village has a total of 237 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Matua as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Matua is 51.60%. The male literacy rate is 60.24%, while the female literacy rate is 41.65%.