Matia - Amlipadar, Gariyaband
Matia is a village situated in the Amlipadar tehsil of Gariyaband district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 65 km from Mainpur and around 200 km from Raipur. Matiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matia is 445472. The village covers a total geographical area of 192 hectares and falls under the 493890 pincode. Gariyaband is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Matia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bindranawagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matia
According to the 2011 Census, Matia village had a total population of 701 people, including 346 males and 355 females, living in 202 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.18%, with male literacy at 78.55% and female literacy at 43.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 220, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 108.
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 | 701 | 346 | 355 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 43 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 220 | 114 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 108 | 47 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 372 | 238 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 108 | 221 |
Nearby Villages of Matia
Matia 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 Matia
Matia 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gariyaband to Matia is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Matia is about 200 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Matia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Matia
Where is Matia located?
Matia village is located in Amlipadar Tehsil, Gariyaband district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Matia?
The Gram Panchayat of Matia is Matiya.
What is the pincode of Matia?
The pincode of Matia is 493890.
What is the population of Matia?
Matia had a total population of 701, including 346 males and 355 females.
How many households are there in Matia?
Matia had 202 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matia was 61.18%. Male literacy was 78.55% and female literacy was 43.93%.