Purani Matapung No-2 - Doom Dooma, Tinsukia
Purani Matapung No-2 is a village situated in the Doom Dooma subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Doom Dooma and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Barekuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purani Matapung No-2 village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purani Matapung No-2 is 290288. The village covers a total geographical area of 285.26 hectares and falls under the 786152 pincode. Doomdoma is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Purani Matapung No-2 village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digboi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dibrugarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purani Matapung No-2
As per Census 2011, Purani Matapung No-2 village has a total population of 1,398 people, consisting of 694 males and 704 females. The village has 262 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 224 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,059 literate and 339 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purani Matapung No-2 are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,398 | 694 | 704 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 112 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 1,059 | 563 | 496 |
| Illiterate Population | 339 | 131 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Purani Matapung No-2
Purani Matapung No-2 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 Purani Matapung No-2
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Purani Matapung No-2. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Purani Matapung No-2.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Doomdoma to Purani Matapung No-2 is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Purani Matapung No-2 is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purani Matapung No-2
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purani Matapung No-2 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Purani Matapung No-2
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purani Matapung No-2 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Purani Matapung No-2
Where is Purani Matapung No-2 located?
Purani Matapung No-2 village is located in Doom Dooma Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purani Matapung No-2?
The Gram Panchayat of Purani Matapung No-2 is Barekuri.
What is the pincode of Purani Matapung No-2?
The pincode of Purani Matapung No-2 is 786152.
What is the population of Purani Matapung No-2?
Purani Matapung No-2 has a total population of 1,398, including 694 males and 704 females.
How many households are there in Purani Matapung No-2?
There are 262 households in Purani Matapung No-2.
What is the literacy rate in Purani Matapung No-2?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purani Matapung No-2 is 75.75%. Male literacy is 81.12% and female literacy is 70.45%.