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
According to the 2011 Census, Matukipur village had a total population of 2,273 people, including 1,200 males and 1,073 females, living in 352 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.64%, with male literacy at 74.07% and female literacy at 49.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 582.
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 | 2,273 | 1,200 | 1,073 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 461 | 232 | 229 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 582 | 314 | 268 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 2,273, including 1,200 males and 1,073 females.
How many households are there in Matukipur?
Matukipur had 352 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matukipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matukipur was 62.64%. Male literacy was 74.07% and female literacy was 49.53%.