Matiya Bahra - Nagri, Dhamtari
Matiya Bahra is a village situated in the Nagri tehsil of Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagari and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Dhamtari. Bhaisamuda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matiya Bahra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matiya Bahra is 447358. The village covers a total geographical area of 337.12 hectares and falls under the 493778 pincode. Nagri is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Matiya Bahra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sihawa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matiya Bahra
According to the 2011 Census, Matiya Bahra village had a total population of 267 people, including 141 males and 126 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.89%, with male literacy at 86.96% and female literacy at 62.04%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 250.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 267 | 141 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 26 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 250 | 133 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 167 | 100 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 41 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Matiya Bahra
Matiya Bahra 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 Bahra
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Matiya Bahra.
| 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 Nagri to Matiya Bahra is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhamtari to Matiya Bahra is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matiya Bahra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matiya Bahra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Matiya Bahra
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 Bahra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matiya Bahra
Where is Matiya Bahra located?
Matiya Bahra village is located in Nagri Tehsil, Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Matiya Bahra?
The Gram Panchayat of Matiya Bahra is Bhaisamuda.
What is the pincode of Matiya Bahra?
The pincode of Matiya Bahra is 493778.
What is the population of Matiya Bahra?
Matiya Bahra had a total population of 267, including 141 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Matiya Bahra?
Matiya Bahra had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matiya Bahra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matiya Bahra was 74.89%. Male literacy was 86.96% and female literacy was 62.04%.