Khamar Matizapur - Kumarganj, Dakshin Dinajpur
Khamar Matizapur is a village situated in the Kumarganj subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kumarganj and around 27.2 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Mohana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khamar Matizapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khamar Matizapur is 310887. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.9 hectares and falls under the 733141 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Khamar Matizapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khamar Matizapur
According to the 2011 Census, Khamar Matizapur village had a total population of 691 people, including 341 males and 350 females, living in 171 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.23%, with male literacy at 83.16% and female literacy at 73.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 354, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 91.
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 | 691 | 341 | 350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 44 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 354 | 174 | 180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 91 | 46 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 478 | 247 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 94 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Khamar Matizapur
Khamar Matizapur 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 Khamar Matizapur
Khamar Matizapur 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 Balurghat to Khamar Matizapur is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Khamar Matizapur is about 27.2 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 Khamar Matizapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khamar Matizapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khamar Matizapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khamar Matizapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khamar Matizapur
Where is Khamar Matizapur located?
Khamar Matizapur village is located in Kumarganj Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khamar Matizapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khamar Matizapur is Mohana.
What is the pincode of Khamar Matizapur?
The pincode of Khamar Matizapur is 733141.
What is the population of Khamar Matizapur?
Khamar Matizapur had a total population of 691, including 341 males and 350 females.
How many households are there in Khamar Matizapur?
Khamar Matizapur had 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khamar Matizapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khamar Matizapur was 78.23%. Male literacy was 83.16% and female literacy was 73.57%.