Matkota - Jogapatti, Pashchim Champaran
Matkota is a village situated in the Jogapatti subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jogapatti and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matkota is 217063. The village covers a total geographical area of 333.9 hectares and falls under the 845451 pincode. Bettiah is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Matkota is administered under an Urban Local Body.
Population of Matkota
As per Census 2011, Matkota village has a total population of 2,088 people, consisting of 1,057 males and 1,031 females. The village has 383 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 402 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 730 literate and 1,358 illiterate residents. Additionally, 548 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matkota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,088 | 1,057 | 1,031 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 402 | 192 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 548 | 266 | 282 |
| Literate Population | 730 | 444 | 286 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,358 | 613 | 745 |
Nearby Villages of Matkota
Matkota 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 Matkota
Matkota is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bettiah to Matkota is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Matkota is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matkota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matkota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Matkota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matkota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Matkota
Where is Matkota located?
Matkota village is located in Jogapatti Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the pincode of Matkota?
The pincode of Matkota is 845451.
What is the population of Matkota?
Matkota has a total population of 2,088, including 1,057 males and 1,031 females.
How many households are there in Matkota?
There are 383 households in Matkota.
What is the literacy rate in Matkota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matkota is 34.96%. Male literacy is 42.01% and female literacy is 27.74%.