Matihara

Matihara is a village located in Bongaon subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.5km away from sub-district headquarter Bongaon (tehsildar office) and 56.9km away from district headquarter Barasat. As per 2009 stats, Akaipur is the gram panchayat of Matihara village.

Here you can discover what makes Matihara unique in its vibrant Bongaon-North Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Matihara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Matihara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Matihara is 322619. The village spans a total geographical area of 188.26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743710. Bangaon is nearest town to Matihara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Matihara

According to the 2011 Census, Matihara has a total population of about 1,291, with approximately 689 males and 602 females. The sex ratio is around 873 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 134 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 315 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.21%, with male literacy at about 67.05% and female literacy near 60.96%. There are around 298 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Matihara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,291 689 602
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 134 68 66
Scheduled Castes (SC) 315 163 152
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 N/A 1
Literate Population 829 462 367
Illiterate Population 462 227 235

Connectivity of Matihara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Matihara. As per the 2011 stats, Matihara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Matihara

Knowing the nearby villages of Matihara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Matihara.

Frequently Asked Questions about Matihara

Where is Matihara located?
Matihara village is situated in Bongaon Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matihara?
The Gram Panchayat of Matihara is Akaipur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Matihara?
The pincode of Matihara is 743710, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Matihara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Matihara is 1,291, with 689 males and 602 females.
How many households are there in Matihara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Matihara village has a total of 298 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matihara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Matihara is 64.21%. The male literacy rate is 67.05%, while the female literacy rate is 60.96%.