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
As per Census 2011, Khamar Matizapur village has a total population of 691 people, consisting of 341 males and 350 females. The village has 171 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 478 literate and 213 illiterate residents. Additionally, 354 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 91 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khamar Matizapur are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 691, including 341 males and 350 females.
How many households are there in Khamar Matizapur?
There are 171 households in Khamar Matizapur.
What is the literacy rate in Khamar Matizapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khamar Matizapur is 69.18%. Male literacy is 72.43% and female literacy is 66.00%.