Matauli - Sidhwalia, Gopalganj
Matauli is a village situated in the Sidhwalia subdivision of Gopalganj district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sidhwalia and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Gopalganj. Sher serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matauli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matauli is 231145. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 841423 pincode. Barauli is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Matauli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Matauli
As per Census 2011, Matauli village has a total population of 1,443 people, consisting of 713 males and 730 females. The village has 307 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 249 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 574 literate and 869 illiterate residents. Additionally, 678 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matauli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,443 | 713 | 730 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 122 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 678 | 342 | 336 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 574 | 307 | 267 |
| Illiterate Population | 869 | 406 | 463 |
Nearby Villages of Matauli
Matauli 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 Matauli
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Matauli. Matauli has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barauli to Matauli is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopalganj to Matauli is about 28 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 Matauli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matauli 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 Matauli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matauli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Matauli
Where is Matauli located?
Matauli village is located in Sidhwalia Subdivision, Gopalganj district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matauli?
The Gram Panchayat of Matauli is Sher.
What is the pincode of Matauli?
The pincode of Matauli is 841423.
What is the population of Matauli?
Matauli has a total population of 1,443, including 713 males and 730 females.
How many households are there in Matauli?
There are 307 households in Matauli.
What is the literacy rate in Matauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matauli is 39.78%. Male literacy is 43.06% and female literacy is 36.58%.