Mathiyan Gaon - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Mathiyan Gaon is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 86 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Toli Chandrabadni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mathiyan Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mathiyan Gaon is 043202. The village covers a total geographical area of 13.13 hectares and falls under the 249122 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Mathiyan Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mathiyan Gaon
As per Census 2011, Mathiyan Gaon village has a total population of 53 people, consisting of 23 males and 30 females. The village has 12 households and a sex ratio of 1,304 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 32 literate and 21 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mathiyan Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 53 | 23 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 7 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Mathiyan Gaon
Mathiyan Gaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sisai | West | 1.33 km |
| Pharasuli | South | 1.33 km |
| Rasoli | North-West | 1.34 km |
| Jandrawana Gaon | South | 1.66 km |
| Pharaswan Gaon | South-West | 1.70 km |
| Khateli | West | 1.82 km |
| Kothi Gadhni | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Chyali | North | 2.03 km |
| Surari | South-West | 2.30 km |
| Arota | North-West | 2.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mathiyan Gaon
Mathiyan Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devprayag to Mathiyan Gaon is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Mathiyan Gaon is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mathiyan Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mathiyan Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mathiyan Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mathiyan Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mathiyan Gaon
Where is Mathiyan Gaon located?
Mathiyan Gaon village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mathiyan Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Mathiyan Gaon is Toli Chandrabadni.
What is the pincode of Mathiyan Gaon?
The pincode of Mathiyan Gaon is 249122.
What is the population of Mathiyan Gaon?
Mathiyan Gaon has a total population of 53, including 23 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Mathiyan Gaon?
There are 12 households in Mathiyan Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Mathiyan Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mathiyan Gaon is 60.38%. Male literacy is 69.57% and female literacy is 53.33%.