Matihani

Matihani is a village located in Barhara subdivision of Purnia district in Bihar, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Barhara (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Purnia. As per 2009 stats, Matihani village is also a gram panchayat.

Matihani has its own place in the vibrant Purnia region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Matihani

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Matihani is 223139. The village spans a total geographical area of 711 hectares. Purnia is nearest town to Matihani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.

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Population of Matihani

Below is a concise population overview of Matihani as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 6,790 3,516 3,274
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,516 791 725
Scheduled Castes (SC) 805 405 400
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,717 1,532 1,185
Illiterate Population 4,073 1,984 2,089

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Matihani village:

  • The total population of Matihani village is around 6,790, including approximately 3,516 males and 3,274 females, with a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,516 children aged 0–6 years in Matihani village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Matihani village has 805 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Matihani village is about 40.01%, with male literacy at 43.57% and female literacy at 36.19%.
  • There are around 1,435 households in Matihani village.

Connectivity of Matihani

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Matihani. As per the 2011 stats, Matihani had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Matihani

Knowing the nearby villages of Matihani helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Matihani.

Hanuman Nagar Chakla Chahbacha Nathpur Maikhand Milik Belaganj Bela Paemu Bela Paemu Milik Gauripur Milik Kamalpur Kamalpur Milik

Frequently Asked Questions about Matihani

Where is Matihani located?
Matihani village is situated in Barhara Subdivision, within the Purnia district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matihani?
Matihani serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Matihani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Matihani is 6,790, with 3,516 males and 3,274 females.
How many households are there in Matihani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Matihani village has a total of 1,435 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matihani as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Matihani is 40.01%. The male literacy rate is 43.57%, while the female literacy rate is 36.19%.