Mathurapur - Sonai, Cachar
Mathurapur is a village situated in the Sonai subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 377 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonai and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Mathurapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mathurapur is 299653. The village covers a total geographical area of 528.2 hectares and falls under the 788120 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Mathurapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dholai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mathurapur
As per Census 2011, Mathurapur village has a total population of 1,866 people, consisting of 964 males and 902 females. The village has 410 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 288 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,109 literate and 757 illiterate residents. Additionally, 508 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 30 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mathurapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,866 | 964 | 902 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 288 | 126 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 508 | 272 | 236 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 1,109 | 638 | 471 |
| Illiterate Population | 757 | 326 | 431 |
Nearby Villages of Mathurapur
Mathurapur 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 Mathurapur
Mathurapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Silchar to Mathurapur is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mathurapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mathurapur 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 Mathurapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mathurapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mathurapur
Where is Mathurapur located?
Mathurapur village is located in Sonai Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mathurapur?
Mathurapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mathurapur?
The pincode of Mathurapur is 788120.
What is the population of Mathurapur?
Mathurapur has a total population of 1,866, including 964 males and 902 females.
How many households are there in Mathurapur?
There are 410 households in Mathurapur.
What is the literacy rate in Mathurapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mathurapur is 59.43%. Male literacy is 66.18% and female literacy is 52.22%.