Matsa - Zamania, Ghazipur
Matsa is a village situated in the Zamania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Zamania and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Matsa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matsa is 206473. The village covers a total geographical area of 340.66 hectares and falls under the 232340 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Matsa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Zamania Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matsa
As per Census 2011, Matsa village has a total population of 5,054 people, consisting of 2,688 males and 2,366 females. The village has 680 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 791 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,102 literate and 1,952 illiterate residents. Additionally, 663 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 62 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matsa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,054 | 2,688 | 2,366 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 791 | 426 | 365 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 663 | 358 | 305 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 34 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 3,102 | 1,934 | 1,168 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,952 | 754 | 1,198 |
Nearby Villages of Matsa
Matsa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manjharia | South-East | 0.59 km |
| Jeevpur | North | 0.88 km |
| Chitawan Patti | South | 0.92 km |
| Sabbalpur Kalan | North | 1.87 km |
| Tajpur Majha | South | 2.39 km |
| Deoria | North | 2.69 km |
| Gangbarar Chitawan Patti | South-West | 2.78 km |
| Jagdishpur | South-East | 2.93 km |
| Gangbarar Manjharia | West | 3.04 km |
| Chak Medni No.3 | North | 3.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Matsa
Matsa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Darauli, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghazipur to Matsa is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Matsa is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matsa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matsa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Matsa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matsa 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Matsa
Where is Matsa located?
Matsa village is located in Zamania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matsa?
Matsa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Matsa?
The pincode of Matsa is 232340.
What is the population of Matsa?
Matsa has a total population of 5,054, including 2,688 males and 2,366 females.
How many households are there in Matsa?
There are 680 households in Matsa.
What is the literacy rate in Matsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matsa is 61.38%. Male literacy is 71.95% and female literacy is 49.37%.