Murhani - Naharkatiya, Dibrugarh
Murhani is a village situated in the Naharkatiya subdivision of Dibrugarh district, Assam. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naharkatiya and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Dibrugarh. Dighalia serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Murhani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murhani is 292295. The village covers a total geographical area of 25 hectares and falls under the 786614 pincode. Naharkatia is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Murhani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head.
Population of Murhani
According to the 2011 Census, Murhani village had a total population of 1,387 people, including 702 males and 685 females, living in 272 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.59%, with male literacy at 94.38% and female literacy at 80.61%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 304.
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 | 1,387 | 702 | 685 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 97 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 304 | 160 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 1,045 | 571 | 474 |
| Illiterate Population | 342 | 131 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Murhani
Murhani 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 Murhani
Murhani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Murhani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Naharkatia to Murhani is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dibrugarh to Murhani is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murhani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murhani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Murhani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murhani 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Murhani
Where is Murhani located?
Murhani village is located in Naharkatiya Subdivision, Dibrugarh district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Murhani?
The Gaon Panchayat of Murhani is Dighalia.
What is the pincode of Murhani?
The pincode of Murhani is 786614.
What is the population of Murhani?
Murhani had a total population of 1,387, including 702 males and 685 females.
How many households are there in Murhani?
Murhani had 272 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murhani was 87.59%. Male literacy was 94.38% and female literacy was 80.61%.