Kurwa Mathia - Chanpatia, Pashchim Champaran
Kurwa Mathia is a village situated in the Chanpatia subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chanpatia and around 9 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Kurwa Mathia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurwa Mathia is 217181. The village covers a total geographical area of 1235 hectares and falls under the 845450 pincode. Chanpatia is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Kurwa Mathia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kurwa Mathia
As per Census 2011, Kurwa Mathia village has a total population of 13,758 people, consisting of 7,242 males and 6,516 females. The village has 2,433 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,624 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,418 literate and 7,340 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,586 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurwa Mathia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,758 | 7,242 | 6,516 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,624 | 1,378 | 1,246 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,586 | 832 | 754 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 6,418 | 3,936 | 2,482 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,340 | 3,306 | 4,034 |
Nearby Villages of Kurwa Mathia
Kurwa Mathia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Misraulia | North | 2.16 km |
| Biswas | West | 2.87 km |
| Chuhari | North-West | 3.03 km |
| Tika Chhapra | East | 3.44 km |
| Khardeur | North | 3.45 km |
| Jina Chap | East | 3.48 km |
| Jiachha Tola | North | 3.54 km |
| Sirsia | North-West | 3.60 km |
| Lakhaura Nazamat | North-East | 3.78 km |
| Jinwalia | West | 3.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kurwa Mathia
Kurwa Mathia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kumarbagh, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chanpatia to Kurwa Mathia is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Kurwa Mathia is about 9 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurwa Mathia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurwa Mathia 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 Kurwa 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 Kurwa Mathia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kurwa Mathia
Where is Kurwa Mathia located?
Kurwa Mathia village is located in Chanpatia Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurwa Mathia?
Kurwa Mathia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kurwa Mathia?
The pincode of Kurwa Mathia is 845450.
What is the population of Kurwa Mathia?
Kurwa Mathia has a total population of 13,758, including 7,242 males and 6,516 females.
How many households are there in Kurwa Mathia?
There are 2,433 households in Kurwa Mathia.
What is the literacy rate in Kurwa Mathia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurwa Mathia is 46.65%. Male literacy is 54.35% and female literacy is 38.09%.