Mathiya - Bagaha, Pashchim Champaran
Mathiya 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 Mathiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mathiya is 216907. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 845106 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Mathiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mathiya
As per Census 2011, Mathiya village has a total population of 295 people, consisting of 155 males and 140 females. The village has 47 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 59 literate and 236 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mathiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 295 | 155 | 140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 40 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 115 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Mathiya
Mathiya 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 Mathiya
Mathiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Mathiya 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 Bagha to Mathiya is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Mathiya 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 Mathiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mathiya 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 Mathiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mathiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mathiya
Where is Mathiya located?
Mathiya village is located in Bagaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mathiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Mathiya is Chandra Pur Ratwal.
What is the pincode of Mathiya?
The pincode of Mathiya is 845106.
What is the population of Mathiya?
Mathiya has a total population of 295, including 155 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Mathiya?
There are 47 households in Mathiya.
What is the literacy rate in Mathiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mathiya is 20.00%. Male literacy is 25.81% and female literacy is 13.57%.