Matha - Mankapur, Gonda
Matha is a village situated in the Mankapur tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mankapur and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Mada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matha is 175880. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.55 hectares and falls under the 271302 pincode. Gonda is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Matha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gaura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gonda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matha
According to the 2011 Census, Matha village had a total population of 798 people, including 387 males and 411 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 1,062 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.92%, with male literacy at 82.39% and female literacy at 52.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 180.
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 | 798 | 387 | 411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 69 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 180 | 76 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 443 | 262 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 355 | 125 | 230 |
Nearby Villages of Matha
Matha 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 Matha
Matha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Matha has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gonda to Matha is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Matha is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Matha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Matha
Where is Matha located?
Matha village is located in Mankapur Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matha?
The Gram Panchayat of Matha is Mada.
What is the pincode of Matha?
The pincode of Matha is 271302.
What is the population of Matha?
Matha had a total population of 798, including 387 males and 411 females.
How many households are there in Matha?
Matha had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matha was 66.92%. Male literacy was 82.39% and female literacy was 52.62%.