Matukipur - Rajpur, Buxar
Matukipur is a village situated in the Rajpur subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Matukipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matukipur is 248619. The village covers a total geographical area of 139 hectares and falls under the 802122 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Matukipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Matukipur
As per Census 2011, Matukipur village has a total population of 2,273 people, consisting of 1,200 males and 1,073 females. The village has 352 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 461 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,135 literate and 1,138 illiterate residents. Additionally, 582 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matukipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,273 | 1,200 | 1,073 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 461 | 232 | 229 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 582 | 314 | 268 |
| Literate Population | 1,135 | 717 | 418 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,138 | 483 | 655 |
Nearby Villages of Matukipur
Matukipur 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 Matukipur
Matukipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buxar to Matukipur is about 26 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 Matukipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matukipur 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 Matukipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matukipur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Matukipur
Where is Matukipur located?
Matukipur village is located in Rajpur Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matukipur?
Matukipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Matukipur?
The pincode of Matukipur is 802122.
What is the population of Matukipur?
Matukipur has a total population of 2,273, including 1,200 males and 1,073 females.
How many households are there in Matukipur?
There are 352 households in Matukipur.
What is the literacy rate in Matukipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matukipur is 49.93%. Male literacy is 59.75% and female literacy is 38.96%.