Matia - Sarai, Singrauli
Matia is a village situated in the Sarai tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 38 km from Deosar and around 59 km from Singrauli. Kathdaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matia is 503822. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.05 hectares and falls under the 486889 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 59 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 Devsar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matia
According to the 2011 Census, Matia village had a total population of 190 people, including 100 males and 90 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.84%, with male literacy at 58.75% and female literacy at 34.62%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 190 | 100 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 20 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 47 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 53 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Matia
Matia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Adhiaria | North | 1.83 km |
| Patharidaha | West | 1.89 km |
| Gannai | South | 2.66 km |
| Sarratola | West | 3.54 km |
| Purail | North-East | 3.63 km |
| Kathadaha | North | 3.93 km |
| Jhurhanar | South-East | 4.02 km |
| Khaditola | East | 4.28 km |
| Semariatola | West | 5.71 km |
| Godbahara | South | 5.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Matia
Public transport in the Matia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sareigram, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singrauli to Matia is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Matia
Where is Matia located?
Matia village is located in Sarai Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matia?
The Gram Panchayat of Matia is Kathdaha.
What is the pincode of Matia?
The pincode of Matia is 486889.
What is the population of Matia?
Matia had a total population of 190, including 100 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Matia?
Matia had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matia was 46.84%. Male literacy was 58.75% and female literacy was 34.62%.