Matia - Basirhat - II, North 24 Parganas
Matia is a village situated in the Basirhat - II subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. Shrinagar Metia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matia is 323599. The village covers a total geographical area of 186.71 hectares and falls under the 743437 pincode. Dhanyakruia is the nearest town.
Matia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basirhat Uttar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basirhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matia
According to the 2011 Census, Matia village had a total population of 4,579 people, including 2,317 males and 2,262 females, living in 1,042 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.71%, with male literacy at 83.68% and female literacy at 73.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 859, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 28.
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 | 4,579 | 2,317 | 2,262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 525 | 277 | 248 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 859 | 443 | 416 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 3,191 | 1,707 | 1,484 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,388 | 610 | 778 |
Nearby Villages of Matia
Matia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nehalpur | West | 1.40 km |
| Srinagar | South | 1.85 km |
| Gokna | North-West | 3.68 km |
| Raghunathpur | North | 4.12 km |
| Arsula | North | 4.28 km |
| Zafarpur | South | 4.29 km |
| Rajbaria | North-West | 4.37 km |
| Arjunpur | South-East | 4.40 km |
| Eojnagar | West | 4.54 km |
| Ishwarigachha | North | 4.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Matia
Matia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Ghovarash Ghona, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Matia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Matia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matia
Where is Matia located?
Matia village is located in Basirhat - II Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matia?
The Gram Panchayat of Matia is Shrinagar Metia.
What is the pincode of Matia?
The pincode of Matia is 743437.
What is the population of Matia?
Matia had a total population of 4,579, including 2,317 males and 2,262 females.
How many households are there in Matia?
Matia had 1,042 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matia was 78.71%. Male literacy was 83.68% and female literacy was 73.68%.