Motipur - Rosera, Samastipur
Motipur is a village situated in the Rosera subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rosera and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Samastipur. Mothipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Motipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Motipur is 237162. The village covers a total geographical area of 512.41 hectares and falls under the 848210 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Motipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Motipur
As per Census 2011, Motipur village has a total population of 8,959 people, consisting of 4,631 males and 4,328 females. The village has 1,684 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,853 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,834 literate and 5,125 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,081 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Motipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,959 | 4,631 | 4,328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,853 | 934 | 919 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,081 | 547 | 534 |
| Literate Population | 3,834 | 2,292 | 1,542 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,125 | 2,339 | 2,786 |
Nearby Villages of Motipur
Motipur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pitha Dobhi | South | 1.37 km |
| Thahar Basarhia | West | 2.15 km |
| Lalpur | South | 2.34 km |
| Mahsar | East | 3.21 km |
| Pachgawan | South-East | 3.30 km |
| Dharampur | North-East | 3.38 km |
| Sonupur | South | 3.57 km |
| Hasanpur | North-West | 3.63 km |
| Karian | North | 3.65 km |
| Jahangirpur | South-West | 3.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Motipur
Motipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rusera Ghat, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.3 km.
| 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rosera to Motipur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Samastipur 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Motipur
Where is Motipur located?
Motipur village is located in Rosera Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Motipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Motipur is Mothipur.
What is the pincode of Motipur?
The pincode of Motipur is 848210.
What is the population of Motipur?
Motipur has a total population of 8,959, including 4,631 males and 4,328 females.
How many households are there in Motipur?
There are 1,684 households in Motipur.
What is the literacy rate in Motipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Motipur is 42.79%. Male literacy is 49.49% and female literacy is 35.63%.