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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mathia
As per Census 2011, Mathia village has a total population of 852 people, consisting of 398 males and 454 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 1,140 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 475 literate and 377 illiterate residents. Additionally, 164 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 52 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mathia are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 852, including 398 males and 454 females.
How many households are there in Mathia?
There are 136 households in Mathia.
What is the literacy rate in Mathia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mathia is 55.75%. Male literacy is 62.31% and female literacy is 50.00%.