Mathia - Gola, Gorakhpur
Mathia is a village situated in the Gola tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gola and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Bairiyadih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mathia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mathia is 188062. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.69 hectares and falls under the 273412 pincode. Barhalganj is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Mathia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Mathia
According to the 2011 Census, Mathia village had a total population of 852 people, including 398 males and 454 females, living in 136 households. The sex ratio was 1,141 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.53%, with male literacy at 76.31% and female literacy at 58.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 164, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 52.
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 | 852 | 398 | 454 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 73 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 84 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 23 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 475 | 248 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 377 | 150 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Mathia
Mathia 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 Mathia
Mathia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barhalganj to Mathia is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Mathia is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mathia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mathia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mathia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mathia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mathia
Where is Mathia located?
Mathia village is located in Gola Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mathia?
The Gram Panchayat of Mathia is Bairiyadih.
What is the pincode of Mathia?
The pincode of Mathia is 273412.
What is the population of Mathia?
Mathia had a total population of 852, including 398 males and 454 females.
How many households are there in Mathia?
Mathia had 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mathia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mathia was 66.53%. Male literacy was 76.31% and female literacy was 58.35%.