Muradpur - Agiaon, Bhojpur
Muradpur is a village situated in the Agiaon subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Agiaon and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Sewatha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Muradpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muradpur is 247562. The village covers a total geographical area of 108 hectares and falls under the 802201 pincode. Arrah is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Muradpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Agiaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Muradpur
According to the 2011 Census, Muradpur village had a total population of 1,195 people, including 601 males and 594 females, living in 159 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.22%, with male literacy at 93.06% and female literacy at 65.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 428, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 1,195 | 601 | 594 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 82 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 428 | 222 | 206 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 812 | 483 | 329 |
| Illiterate Population | 383 | 118 | 265 |
Nearby Villages of Muradpur
Muradpur 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 Muradpur
Muradpur 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 Arrah to Muradpur is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Muradpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muradpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Muradpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muradpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Muradpur
Where is Muradpur located?
Muradpur village is located in Agiaon Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Muradpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Muradpur is Sewatha.
What is the pincode of Muradpur?
The pincode of Muradpur is 802201.
What is the population of Muradpur?
Muradpur had a total population of 1,195, including 601 males and 594 females.
How many households are there in Muradpur?
Muradpur had 159 households.
What is the literacy rate in Muradpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muradpur was 79.22%. Male literacy was 93.06% and female literacy was 65.02%.