Matauna - Bikapur, Ayodhya
Matauna is a village situated in the Bikapur tehsil of Ayodhya district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Bikapur and around 41 km from Faizabad. Katauna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matauna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matauna is 166876. The village covers a total geographical area of 112.4 hectares and falls under the 224205 pincode. Bikapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Matauna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Goshainganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ambedkar Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matauna
As per Census 2011, Matauna village has a total population of 368 people, consisting of 173 males and 195 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 1,127 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 190 literate and 178 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matauna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 368 | 173 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 24 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 190 | 113 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 60 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Matauna
Matauna 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 Matauna
Matauna is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bikapur to Matauna is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Faizabad to Matauna is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matauna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matauna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Matauna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matauna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Matauna
Where is Matauna located?
Matauna village is located in Bikapur Tehsil, Ayodhya district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matauna?
The Gram Panchayat of Matauna is Katauna.
What is the pincode of Matauna?
The pincode of Matauna is 224205.
What is the population of Matauna?
Matauna has a total population of 368, including 173 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Matauna?
There are 66 households in Matauna.
What is the literacy rate in Matauna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matauna is 51.63%. Male literacy is 65.32% and female literacy is 39.49%.