Mathia - Lauriya, Pashchim Champaran
Mathia is a village situated in the Lauriya subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lauriya and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Mathia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mathia is 216781. The village covers a total geographical area of 556 hectares and falls under the 845453 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Mathia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lauriya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valmiki Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mathia
As per Census 2011, Mathia village has a total population of 5,979 people, consisting of 3,075 males and 2,904 females. The village has 1,216 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,324 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,839 literate and 3,140 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,419 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mathia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,979 | 3,075 | 2,904 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,324 | 685 | 639 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,419 | 730 | 689 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,839 | 1,698 | 1,141 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,140 | 1,377 | 1,763 |
Nearby Villages of Mathia
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bankatwa | North-East | 1.54 km |
| Pandari | South-West | 1.58 km |
| Thakurtola | North | 2.44 km |
| Loharpatia | North-West | 2.44 km |
| Donwar Khurd | West | 2.53 km |
| Marahia | North-West | 2.77 km |
| Gobinapur | South | 3.08 km |
| Bijbania Bandobasti | East | 3.11 km |
| Donwar Kalan | West | 3.21 km |
| Sikta Kalan | South-West | 3.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mathia
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Mathia. The nearest railway station is Rameshwar Nagar, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Mathia is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Mathia is about 22 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 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mathia
Where is Mathia located?
Mathia village is located in Lauriya Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mathia?
Mathia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mathia?
The pincode of Mathia is 845453.
What is the population of Mathia?
Mathia has a total population of 5,979, including 3,075 males and 2,904 females.
How many households are there in Mathia?
There are 1,216 households in Mathia.
What is the literacy rate in Mathia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mathia is 47.48%. Male literacy is 55.22% and female literacy is 39.29%.