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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Matauna village had a total population of 368 people, including 173 males and 195 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 1,127 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.90%, with male literacy at 75.84% and female literacy at 47.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 368 | 173 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 24 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 368, including 173 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Matauna?
Matauna had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matauna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matauna was 60.90%. Male literacy was 75.84% and female literacy was 47.24%.