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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Matwalwa
As per Census 2011, Matwalwa village has a total population of 789 people, consisting of 408 males and 381 females. The village has 112 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 127 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 400 literate and 389 illiterate residents. Additionally, 111 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matwalwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 789 | 408 | 381 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 58 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 58 | 53 |
| 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 has a total population of 789, including 408 males and 381 females.
How many households are there in Matwalwa?
There are 112 households in Matwalwa.
What is the literacy rate in Matwalwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matwalwa is 50.70%. Male literacy is 59.56% and female literacy is 41.21%.