Mathia - Bagaha, Pashchim Champaran
Mathia is a village situated in the Bagaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 35 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 Mathia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mathia is 216909. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 845106 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 16 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 1,170 people, consisting of 620 males and 550 females. The village has 172 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 236 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 430 literate and 740 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mathia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,170 | 620 | 550 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 118 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 430 | 291 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 740 | 329 | 411 |
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
Mathia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Mathia has a railway station.
| 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 Mathia is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Mathia 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 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mathia
Where is Mathia located?
Mathia village is located in Bagaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mathia?
The Gram Panchayat of Mathia is Chandra Pur Ratwal.
What is the pincode of Mathia?
The pincode of Mathia is 845106.
What is the population of Mathia?
Mathia has a total population of 1,170, including 620 males and 550 females.
How many households are there in Mathia?
There are 172 households in Mathia.
What is the literacy rate in Mathia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mathia is 36.75%. Male literacy is 46.94% and female literacy is 25.27%.