Matiyaria - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Matiyaria is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Bidhanapar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matiyaria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matiyaria is 187354. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.59 hectares and falls under the 273404 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Matiyaria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matiyaria
According to the 2011 Census, Matiyaria village had a total population of 232 people, including 121 males and 111 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.57%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 58.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 78.
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 | 232 | 121 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 38 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 146 | 90 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 31 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Matiyaria
Matiyaria 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bahadurpur Bujurg | South-East | 0.84 km |
| Dheku Nadh | West | 0.91 km |
| Chaudia Masan | North-East | 1.06 km |
| Kotia Patti | North-West | 1.06 km |
| Dhunia Pura | South-West | 1.18 km |
| Bahadurpur Khurd | South-East | 1.47 km |
| Kotia Kolahal | West | 1.59 km |
| Katha Babu | South-West | 1.67 km |
| Rampur Tappa Belghat | South | 1.80 km |
| Parouli | North-West | 1.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Matiyaria
Matiyaria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Maghar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.3 km.
| 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 Gorakhpur to Matiyaria is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matiyaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matiyaria 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Matiyaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matiyaria 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Matiyaria
Where is Matiyaria located?
Matiyaria village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matiyaria?
The Gram Panchayat of Matiyaria is Bidhanapar.
What is the pincode of Matiyaria?
The pincode of Matiyaria is 273404.
What is the population of Matiyaria?
Matiyaria had a total population of 232, including 121 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Matiyaria?
Matiyaria had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matiyaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matiyaria was 71.57%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 58.33%.