Matahia - Bagaha, Pashchim Champaran
Matahia is a village situated in the Bagaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagaha and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Chandra Pur Ratwal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matahia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matahia is 216919. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.9 hectares and falls under the 845106 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Matahia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Matahia
As per Census 2011, Matahia village has a total population of 2,383 people, consisting of 1,289 males and 1,094 females. The village has 367 households and a sex ratio of 848 females per 1,000 males. There are 469 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 981 literate and 1,402 illiterate residents. Additionally, 303 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matahia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,383 | 1,289 | 1,094 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 469 | 254 | 215 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 303 | 162 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 981 | 629 | 352 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,402 | 660 | 742 |
Nearby Villages of Matahia
Matahia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gopalpur | South-West | 1.20 km |
| Ratwal | West | 2.02 km |
| Lagunaha | East | 2.17 km |
| Raypurwa | South-West | 2.45 km |
| Patilar | North | 2.69 km |
| Bindaulia | South-West | 2.88 km |
| Ahirwalia | South-East | 3.00 km |
| Khurhuria | North-East | 3.03 km |
| Subi Bakwa | South | 3.22 km |
| Sakrauliya | West | 3.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Matahia
Matahia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bhairoganj, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bagha to Matahia is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Matahia is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matahia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matahia 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 Matahia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matahia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Matahia
Where is Matahia located?
Matahia village is located in Bagaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matahia?
The Gram Panchayat of Matahia is Chandra Pur Ratwal.
What is the pincode of Matahia?
The pincode of Matahia is 845106.
What is the population of Matahia?
Matahia has a total population of 2,383, including 1,289 males and 1,094 females.
How many households are there in Matahia?
There are 367 households in Matahia.
What is the literacy rate in Matahia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matahia is 41.17%. Male literacy is 48.80% and female literacy is 32.18%.