Mathia - Bijaipur, Gopalganj
Mathia is a village situated in the Bijaipur subdivision of Gopalganj district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijaipur and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Gopalganj. Pagra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mathia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mathia is 229863. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 841508 pincode. Deoria(up) is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Mathia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mathia
As per Census 2011, Mathia village has a total population of 1,188 people, consisting of 620 males and 568 females. The village has 176 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 224 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 599 literate and 589 illiterate residents. Additionally, 211 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mathia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,188 | 620 | 568 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 116 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 211 | 104 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 599 | 390 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 589 | 230 | 359 |
Nearby Villages of Mathia
Mathia 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 Mathia
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Mathia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deoria(up) to Mathia is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopalganj to Mathia is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mathia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mathia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mathia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mathia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Mathia
Where is Mathia located?
Mathia village is located in Bijaipur Subdivision, Gopalganj district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mathia?
The Gram Panchayat of Mathia is Pagra.
What is the pincode of Mathia?
The pincode of Mathia is 841508.
What is the population of Mathia?
Mathia has a total population of 1,188, including 620 males and 568 females.
How many households are there in Mathia?
There are 176 households in Mathia.
What is the literacy rate in Mathia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mathia is 50.42%. Male literacy is 62.90% and female literacy is 36.80%.