Matiya - Tundara, Balodabazar-Bhatapara
Matiya is a village situated in the Tundara tehsil of Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from Kasdol and around 145 km from Raipur. Matia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matiya is 444089. The village covers a total geographical area of 781 hectares and falls under the 493344 pincode. Kasdol is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Matiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matiya
As per Census 2011, Matiya village has a total population of 3,443 people, consisting of 1,675 males and 1,768 females. The village has 727 households and a sex ratio of 1,055 females per 1,000 males. There are 499 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,155 literate and 1,288 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,002 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 68 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,443 | 1,675 | 1,768 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 499 | 244 | 255 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,002 | 478 | 524 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 37 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 2,155 | 1,242 | 913 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,288 | 433 | 855 |
Nearby Villages of Matiya
Matiya 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 Matiya
Matiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kasdol to Matiya is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Matiya is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Matiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Matiya
Where is Matiya located?
Matiya village is located in Tundara Tehsil, Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Matiya is Matia.
What is the pincode of Matiya?
The pincode of Matiya is 493344.
What is the population of Matiya?
Matiya has a total population of 3,443, including 1,675 males and 1,768 females.
How many households are there in Matiya?
There are 727 households in Matiya.
What is the literacy rate in Matiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matiya is 62.59%. Male literacy is 74.15% and female literacy is 51.64%.