Matwalwa - Islamnagar Aliganj, Jamui
Matwalwa is a village situated in the Islamnagar Aliganj subdivision of Jamui district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Islamnagar Aliganj and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jamui. Arha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matwalwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matwalwa is 258551. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 811301 pincode. Jamui is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Matwalwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Matwalwa
According to the 2011 Census, Matwalwa village had a total population of 789 people, including 408 males and 381 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.42%, with male literacy at 69.43% and female literacy at 50.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 111.
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 | 789 | 408 | 381 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 58 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 58 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 400 | 243 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 389 | 165 | 224 |
Nearby Villages of Matwalwa
Matwalwa 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 Matwalwa
Matwalwa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jamui to Matwalwa is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matwalwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matwalwa 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Matwalwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matwalwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Matwalwa
Where is Matwalwa located?
Matwalwa village is located in Islamnagar Aliganj Subdivision, Jamui district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Matwalwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Matwalwa is Arha.
What is the pincode of Matwalwa?
The pincode of Matwalwa is 811301.
What is the population of Matwalwa?
Matwalwa had a total population of 789, including 408 males and 381 females.
How many households are there in Matwalwa?
Matwalwa had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matwalwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matwalwa was 60.42%. Male literacy was 69.43% and female literacy was 50.32%.