Motipur - Alinagar, Darbhanga
Motipur is a village situated in the Alinagar subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Alinagar and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Moti Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Motipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Motipur is 227219. The village covers a total geographical area of 439 hectares and falls under the 847103 pincode. Benipur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Motipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Motipur
According to the 2011 Census, Motipur village had a total population of 6,536 people, including 3,372 males and 3,164 females, living in 1,376 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.24%, with male literacy at 57.17% and female literacy at 34.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 889.
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 | 6,536 | 3,372 | 3,164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,220 | 617 | 603 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 889 | 463 | 426 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,458 | 1,575 | 883 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,078 | 1,797 | 2,281 |
Nearby Villages of Motipur
Motipur 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 Motipur
Public transport in the Motipur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Motipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Benipur to Motipur is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Motipur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Motipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Motipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Motipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Motipur 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Motipur
Where is Motipur located?
Motipur village is located in Alinagar Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Motipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Motipur is Moti Pur.
What is the pincode of Motipur?
The pincode of Motipur is 847103.
What is the population of Motipur?
Motipur had a total population of 6,536, including 3,372 males and 3,164 females.
How many households are there in Motipur?
Motipur had 1,376 households.
What is the literacy rate in Motipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Motipur was 46.24%. Male literacy was 57.17% and female literacy was 34.48%.